Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 14 months ago and Household incomes average around $85,833 in Gold Canyon. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Should I be concerned?
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Hazel Murphy
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Wyatt Ortiz
I've lived in Highland for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Affordable housing options
- The cultural scene scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Isaac Evans
100%
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Cooper
I've lived in Old Town for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Denver, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Strong job market in several industries
- The job market scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Eleanor C.
wish I knew this sooner
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greyson_fan
I've lived in Oak Park for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Four distinct seasons
- The cultural scene scene is average
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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nashvillerunner2020
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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nyc_peyton
facts
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Sophia Hughes
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Austin and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Cedar Grove. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in engineering. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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John Hall
big facts right here
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Lily R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Meadowbrook. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in education. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Waylon Reyes
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The food scene is genuinely decent and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (West) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. dating scene is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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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