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Housing in Franklin Town compared to Seattle

Anyone else feel this way? I'm retired and Homes are going for about $567,100 on average. Household incomes average around $142,788 in Franklin Town. The median home value here is around $567,100, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Franklin Town sits at 6.0 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up.

Pros:
- Nice parks and trails
- Good healthcare facilities
- Walkable downtown
- Good internet infrastructure

Cons:
- Hot summers
- Rising rent prices
- Limited dining options
There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Gabriella Howard
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value safety, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely average and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Cedar Grove) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. dating scene is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.

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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