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Lydia James

Moving to Fall River with kids -good idea?

Hey, I work in real estate and It's a a smaller city city with about 93,764 people. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,086/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $1,086 for rent here. Th...

2 replies 9 upvotes moving
Natalie G.

Best hidden gems in Fall River

Median household income is $53,933, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 18.8%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $357,800 on average. The median home value here is around $357,800, which seems about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. P...

3 replies 18 upvotes best-worst
born_luke82

The good and bad of living in Fall River

Alright, I'm originally from San Francisco and Rent is about $1,086/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Adam Cox

Best apartments in Fall River under ?

Hey, Rent is about $1,086/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Has anyone dealt with this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Serenity Hughes

Cost of living reality check -Fall River

Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. Poverty rate is 18.8%, which is higher than I expected. Household incomes average around $53,933 in Fall River. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food ...

13 replies 27 upvotes housing
Ezra R.

Raising a family in Fall River -thoughts?

OK so The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 93,764 people. With a population of 93,764, Fall River is a smaller city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outd...

0 replies 21 upvotes living
Leonardo Cook

Affordable areas near Fall River?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 18.8%, which is higher than I expected. The median home value here is around $357,800, which seems about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting use...

2 replies 13 upvotes housing
Joshua R.

Grocery stores in Fall River -recommendations?

Been meaning to ask this. Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. Homes are going for about $357,800 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Valentina

Studio apartments in Fall River -options?

Alright, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think?

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born_luke82

Why I chose Fall River over bigger cities

Curious what people think. Household incomes average around $53,933 in Fall River. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What would you do? Thanks in advance! The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly g...

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Cameron R.

Working in Fall River -salaries realistic?

Alright, Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. Would love some local perspective.

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Joseph Price

Considering Fall River vs Kansas City -help me decide

So, It's a a smaller city city with about 93,764 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young sin...

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Valentina

Anyone work in healthcare in Fall River?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $357,800, which seems about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. Poverty rate is 18.8%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect c...

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oakland_arianna

Is Fall River good for remote workers?

Random thought, I work in finance and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $53,933 in Fall River. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during ru...

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kc_vivian

Is Fall River good for remote workers?

Hi all, I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 93,764, Fall River is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes ...

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Julian Hernandez

Best and worst neighborhoods in Fall River

Hey, We have two kids and Household incomes average around $53,933 in Fall River. Poverty rate is 18.8%, which is higher than I expected. Rent is about $1,086/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is ...

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Eric C.

Job hunting in Fall River -tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Just moved here 11 months ago and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 18.8%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Ther...

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Lori J.

Best neighborhoods in Fall River for families?

We have two kids (5 and 12) and are looking for a family-friendly neighborhood in Fall River. Budget is around $1086/month for rent. We prioritize good schools and safety. Any recommendations? Also, are there good parks and activities for kids in the area?

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Natalie G.

Rent prices in Fall River getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Fall River? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1086 for a 2BR which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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Leonardo Cook

Best hidden gems in Fall River

Alright, The median home value here is around $357,800, which seems about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I wrong here?

5 replies 29 upvotes best-worst
Brielle Morris

Is Fall River a good place to live?

Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. Median household income is $53,933, which feels on the lower side for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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kc_vivian

Housing market in Fall River right now

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 20s, and With a population of 93,764, Fall River is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 93,764 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast...

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Miles Roberts

Cheapest neighborhoods in Fall River?

I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,086 for rent here. Homes are going for about $357,800 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sug...

6 replies 4 upvotes housing
Adam Cox

Rent in Fall River getting crazy

Been living here since 2019. With a population of 93,764, Fall River is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Fall River sits at 867.9 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development.

13 replies 15 upvotes housing
Genesis Rivera

Top 5 things I love about Fall River

Hey everyone, I'm retired and Homes are going for about $357,800 on average. Household incomes average around $53,933 in Fall River. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great. People here are genuinely friendly, ...

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Cameron R.

Best companies to work for in Fall River?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $53,933 in Fall River. Rent is about $1,086/month for a decent place. The fo...

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Lydia James

Is Fall River walkable?

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. Household incomes average around $53,933 in Fall River. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very c...

0 replies 30 upvotes qa
Denise R.

Best apartments in Fall River under ?

So, Homes are going for about $357,800 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,086 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes ...

6 replies 22 upvotes housing
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