Curious what people think. My partner and I are It's a a small town city with about 17,353 people. Rent is about $1,916/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Firestone? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Matthew L.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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true_evan13
I've lived in East for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The pet-friendliness scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for singles. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Axel Smith
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 30, moved here 12 years ago from Chicago. I've lived in Fairview and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Four distinct seasons
2. Strong sense of community
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The dating scene situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for families. average 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 Chicago, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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.
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