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Rent vs buy in Fargo — what makes sense?

I'm single, late 50s, and Crime rate is something to consider — Fargo sits at 450.5 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Claire Jackson
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. No regrets on my end..
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Elena Hill
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Evelyn R.
exactly what I was thinking
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Andrew Martin
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 6 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and a job opportunity.

Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Active local events and festivals
- Strong sense of community

Cons that are real:
- Limited shopping options
- Homeless population growing downtown

Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are developing, gas is pretty good.

Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Greyson W.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want outdoor recreation, then yeah this place is great. But if school system matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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