Hey, Poverty rate is 8.6%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks for reading.
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Melanie Green
great question, following
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Emmett Reyes
I work in real estate here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Carson Lee
wish I knew this sooner
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Santiago Morris
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely average and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Lakewood) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Not a lot of cultural diversity.
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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Julia Long
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. it's not perfect but it works for me. Compared to Dallas it's surprisingly good.