Relocating to Frankfort Square, IL -pros and cons?
I'm originally from Baltimore and Homes are going for about $282,100 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I wrong here? Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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austinrider2024
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Maple Ridge. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in retail. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Korean.
No regrets on my end..
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urban_jayden56
hmm interesting perspective
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Piper Bailey
hmm interesting perspective
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Hazel Gutierrez
literally same
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Jonathan J.
bump
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John W.
100%
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Sofia Howard
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from New York about 5 years ago. The main reasons were family and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Active local events and festivals
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are competitive, gas is underrated.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jordan White
My experience has been mostly positive. it's improved dramatically in recent years. The only thing I'd watch out for is pet-friendliness. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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