Longtime lurker here, There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Autumn W.
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much competitive but now it's solid.
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Leah R.
seconding this
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Charlotte S.
Moved here from LA about 8 years ago. it was the best decision I ever made. Still getting used to job market but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Nancy M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Downtown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Parker Ruiz
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 2 years. Moved from Chicago for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I genuinely enjoy living here. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are hit or miss. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Summers can be brutally hot. Road conditions need improvement. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 8/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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