Hey, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $170,800 on average. You can expect to pay around $976 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I overthinking this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Julian B.
100%
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Lydia Martinez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cost of living, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely challenging and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (West) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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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Everett B.
Came here for retirement and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The cost of living is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Parker G.
Came here for retirement and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The public transit is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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