Curious what people think. Crime rate is something to consider -Glen Allen sits at 260.2 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Is this normal for Glen Allen?
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Savannah Gutierrez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 37, moved here 7 years ago from Austin. I've lived in The Heights and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Nice parks and green spaces
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Dating scene is rough
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The dating scene situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for young professionals. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Austin, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $60K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Alexander Gray
I've been living here for 6 years and I'd say I genuinely enjoy living here. The weather is improving compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Andrew
couldn't agree more
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Jaxon Lewis
I've lived in Fairview for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
- The food scene scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Abigail Davis
this is the way
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Aurora Hall
honestly same experience here
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Eleanor Williams
I've lived in Fairview for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Four distinct seasons
- The dating scene scene is tough
The downsides:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. Definitely worth checking out..
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Audrey Price
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are improving, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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