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How much do you pay for rent in Florence?
People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What neighborhoods would you suggest?
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Arianna
Can confirm, been here 13 years.
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Rylee Wright
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in tech. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in tech. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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nolaheart2022
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if school system matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Genesis Martinez
My experience has been mostly positive. it's been a really good experience overall. The only thing I'd watch out for is cultural scene. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Luke Peterson
Moved here from Minneapolis about 15 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to pet-friendliness but Hope this helps!.
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Eliana Bailey
great question, following
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Dominic Clark
exactly what I was thinking
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Katherine A.
great question, following
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Benjamin R.
hard disagree but ok
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Ruby
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Nashville about 10 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Nashville about 10 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Adam Sanders
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is job market. I have mixed feelings honestly. Worth doing your research before committing.
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