Longtime lurker here, Crime rate is something to consider — Fort Lauderdale sits at 594.3 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Jace Y.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Cedar Grove. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in real estate. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Jonathan Johnson
+1
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Noah D.
seconding this
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Pamela J.
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. housing market used to be much growing but now it's excellent.
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Riley Williams
accurate
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Bradley S.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value school system, you'll love it. The public transit is genuinely solid and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Audrey Kim
I've lived in Downtown for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- The pet-friendliness scene is solid
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Dylan R.
Moved here from Houston about 4 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to traffic but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Carson Carter
yeah no that's not right
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Emily Cook
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Compared to Baltimore it's challenging.
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Joseph W.
I've lived in Uptown for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Decent public transit for the size
- The dating scene scene is solid
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Urban sprawl is real
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Adam Ward
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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