Lily Miller housing Jul 25, 2025

First post here. I'm single, late 50s, and Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $667,600 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 59,765 people. Rent is about $1,761/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

Pros:
- Good job market
- Low crime in most areas
- Lots of new development

Cons:
- Rising rent prices
- Poor road conditions
- Far from major airports
What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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