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Lori J.
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Fall River quality of life -am I missing something?
The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs?
20 upvotes
26 Replies
Mateo W.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 57, moved here 9 years ago from Austin. I've lived in Greenfield and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Homeless population growing downtown
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The cost of living situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for retirees. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Austin, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $100K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a social worker, 57, moved here 9 years ago from Austin. I've lived in Greenfield and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Homeless population growing downtown
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The cost of living situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for retirees. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Austin, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $100K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
39 upvotes
vegasmind2020
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
39 upvotes
Reagan J.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is pretty good in most areas.
37 upvotes
Jack Howard
I'm a sales manager and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
36 upvotes
Eli Rivera
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a accountant, 42, moved here 4 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Springfield and Pine Hills, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Close to major attractions
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The food scene situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Springfield: Great for families. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Pine Hills: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Denver, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $70K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a accountant, 42, moved here 4 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Springfield and Pine Hills, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Close to major attractions
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The food scene situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Springfield: Great for families. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Pine Hills: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Denver, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $70K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
34 upvotes
Hailey Parker
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, the quality of life is solid. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
34 upvotes
river_zoe29
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want healthcare, then yeah this place is great. But if walkability matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
33 upvotes
Rachel N.
Bought a house here in 2015 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
32 upvotes
Gabriel Morgan
been saying this for years
31 upvotes
Ezekiel Castillo
bump
30 upvotes
Brooks W.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is school system. it exceeded my expectations. Worth doing your research before committing.
27 upvotes
Quinn
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great BBQ places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
24 upvotes
Sofia T.
Bought a house here in 2020 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
23 upvotes
Alice Chavez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a accountant, 55, moved here 15 years ago from Austin. I've lived in The Heights and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The cost of living situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for singles. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Highland: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Austin, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a accountant, 55, moved here 15 years ago from Austin. I've lived in The Heights and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The cost of living situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for singles. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Highland: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Austin, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
20 upvotes
Eleanor Cox
I work in manufacturing here and the quality of life is solid. The job market for my field is decent. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
19 upvotes
Serenity
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 15 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the public transit is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I've been here 15 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the public transit is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
18 upvotes
Lucy Thompson
This.
16 upvotes
Nora
facts
15 upvotes
Hailey Harris
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The dating scene is honestly excellent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
15 upvotes
Eleanor C.
100%
15 upvotes
Adeline A.
I've lived in Oak Park for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Strong job market in several industries
- The walkability scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Good luck with whatever you decide..
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Strong job market in several industries
- The walkability scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Good luck with whatever you decide..
14 upvotes
miamiheart2020
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Denver about 7 years ago. The main reasons were family and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are established, gas is challenging.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I'm a chef who relocated here from Denver about 7 years ago. The main reasons were family and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are established, gas is challenging.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
11 upvotes
Carter N.
Can confirm, been here 10 years.
8 upvotes
Michael
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great Southern places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
6 upvotes
Lillian White
been saying this for years
4 upvotes
Aubrey W.
this is the way
0 upvotes