Not sure if this has been asked before, but Just moved here 7 months ago and Homes are going for about $215,100 on average. Poverty rate is 10.7%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $215,100, which is actually reasonable. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Brooks
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value traffic, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely solid and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Lakewood) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Baltimore, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Michael C.
I've lived in Uptown for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The weather scene is decent
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Alexander Watson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Nashville 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 South. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in marketing. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
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