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Ella Brown
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Housing in Festus compared to Salt Lake City
Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 12,965, Festus is a small town. Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $206,200, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Festus sits at 513.3 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new development.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Good schools
- Easy commute
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Not very walkable
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Limited cultural events
What neighborhoods would you suggest? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Good schools
- Easy commute
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Not very walkable
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Limited cultural events
What neighborhoods would you suggest? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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