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Forest Park, OH Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Dominic Price

How is the nightlife in Forest Park?

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Forest Park sits at 262.4 per 100K. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just...

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Aurora Robinson

Moving to Forest Park with kids -good idea?

OK so We're a young couple and With a population of 19,994, Forest Park is a small town. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Worth the trade-offs?

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Paisley Evans

How is Forest Park for outdoor activities?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $163,200 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Forest Park sits at 262.4 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better o...

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Cooper Richardson

Honest thoughts on life in Forest Park

First post here. I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,172/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $163,200 on average. It's a a small town city with about 19,994 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some ...

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Dominic Price

Thinking about relocating to Forest Park from Miami

Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $67,201, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $163,200 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I wrong here? ...

4 replies 10 upvotes moving
Cooper Richardson

Why I chose Forest Park over bigger cities

First post here. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 19,994 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Is this normal for Forest Park? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable...

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Aurora Robinson

What I wish I knew before living in Forest Park

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a 52-year-old teacher and Poverty rate is 6.2%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 19,994 people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Would love some loc...

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Aurora Robinson

Why I chose Forest Park over bigger cities

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. What do you all think?

10 replies 7 upvotes living
Gianna Clark

Forest Park housing prices -when will it stop?

First post here. I'm single, late 20s, and Household incomes average around $67,201 in Forest Park. With a population of 19,994, Forest Park is a small town. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice would be great.

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Julia P.

How are the schools in Forest Park?

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $163,200 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What are your go-to spots? The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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