Random thought, I've been here for 19 years and Household incomes average around $115,000 in Franklin. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Would love some local perspective.
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Mia M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Midtown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Leah Ortiz
seconding this
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Vivian Thomas
hmm interesting perspective
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Leah G.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want outdoor recreation, then yeah this place is great. But if housing market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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James Lee
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Mexican places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Adeline Gomez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Oak Park for 9 years. Moved from Atlanta for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2019 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. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor scene is tough - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Oak Park schools are tough. 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. Chain restaurants dominate. Can feel isolated. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Greyson T.
honestly same experience here
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Parker Ruiz
good to know, thanks
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John Cook
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. housing market used to be much manageable but now it's underrated.
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