My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $927/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $128,274 in Faith. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I overthinking this? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Sarah
literally same
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Lydia W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Fairview. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in government. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Gabriel Ross
Moved here from Phoenix about 12 years ago. I love the pace of life here. Still getting used to dating scene but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Ava
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Houston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Lakewood. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Vietnamese.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Addison Jackson
Used to live on the Meadowbrook side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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seattle_ezekiel
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Lucas M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in West. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in tech. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Hope this helps!.
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Hazel Edwards
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Parker
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Baltimore about 12 years ago. The main reasons were weather and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are manageable, gas is tough.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Katherine Torres
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Grace D.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 12 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Uptown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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