Hey, I've been here for 15 years and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Sebastian Rivera
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Levi Martin
+1
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Xavier
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Cedar Grove area are average. Kids love it here.
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Dylan Lewis
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Meadowbrook for 8 years. Moved from San Francisco for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Meadowbrook schools are improving. 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. Property taxes are high. Bugs and humidity in summer. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Emmett H.
100%
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Madeline Martinez
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. the quality of life is solid. Compared to Boston it's average.
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maya_guy
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely pretty good and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Springfield) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Diego, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Chain restaurants dominate.
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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Joseph Wood
Bought a house here in 2018 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Michael Castillo
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Boston 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 Uptown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Thai.
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