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Caleb Ortiz
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Fountainebleau in the winter -how bad?
Hi all, You can expect to pay around $1,948 for rent here. What neighborhoods would you suggest?
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Everett Cooper
+1
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Dylan Williams
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Denver about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are growing, gas is improving.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. No regrets on my end..
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Denver about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are growing, gas is improving.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. No regrets on my end..
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Leah Parker
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 27, moved here 6 years ago from Miami. I've lived in Pine Hills and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Property taxes are high
3. The dating scene situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for singles. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Miami, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a electrician, 27, moved here 6 years ago from Miami. I've lived in Pine Hills and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Property taxes are high
3. The dating scene situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for singles. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Miami, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Caroline
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Catherine W.
Saving this thread
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Asher G.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Ellie Jackson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a teacher who relocated here from LA about 2 years ago. The main reasons were family and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Active local events and festivals
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are growing, gas is decent.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Good luck with whatever you decide..
I'm a teacher who relocated here from LA about 2 years ago. The main reasons were family and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Active local events and festivals
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are growing, gas is decent.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Waylon Gray
accurate
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Eleanor Edwards
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Kai Turner
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Lakewood. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in finance. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Lakewood. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in finance. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Jackson K.
haha yep pretty much
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Aubrey Phillips
Bought a house here in 2020 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Waylon Allen
accurate
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Sadie Martin
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, the quality of life is solid. Hope this helps!.
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