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Emma
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Best restaurants in Fitchburg?
Curious what people think. Any help is appreciated. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Adeline Davis
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
38 upvotes
Aria Foster
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Greenfield area are underrated. Kids love it here.
31 upvotes
Carson W.
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great Southern places. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Theodore Ramirez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Denver about 9 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are competitive, gas is better than expected.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Denver about 9 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are competitive, gas is better than expected.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
29 upvotes
Declan E.
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. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
25 upvotes
Silas Gutierrez
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is job market. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Luke Richardson
following this thread
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Xavier Reed
We moved here with our family and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Schools in Fairview area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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tulsaguy2023
good to know, thanks
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Camila Brown
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 12 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Oak Park side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I've been here 12 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Oak Park side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Mason Watson
literally same
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