Thinking about relocating to Franklin Park from Charlotte
We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Liam Walker
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Old Town for 13 years. Moved from LA for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
finance is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's been a really good experience overall. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Old Town 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. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Can feel isolated. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 5/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Nathan Ross
Bought a house here in 2019 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Victoria Castillo
interesting, hadn't considered that
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indy_jayden
I work in finance here and the quality of life is solid. The job market for my field is excellent. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Theodore K.
Bought a house here in 2021 and it was the best decision I ever made. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Adam Hall
noted, appreciate it
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Piper Flores
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want pet-friendliness, then yeah this place is great. But if housing market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Bruce H.
Used to live on the Meadowbrook side, now on the Greenfield side. Completely different vibe. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Jackson Lee
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The job market is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Cooper
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are hit or miss, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Ezra Nguyen
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Sunset. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Southern.
No regrets on my end..
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Daniel R.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are underrated, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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