Curious what people think. Median household income is $43,940, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 7,999, Golden Valley is a small town. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Willow C.
Public transit is excellent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Sadie Roberts
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in Eastside area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Emma Roberts
Moved here from Charlotte about 5 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to school system but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Victoria Parker
couldn't agree more
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Olivia C.
Public transit is tough here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Natalie
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a nurse, 49, moved here 13 years ago from Portland. I've lived in Midtown and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The outdoor recreation situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Midtown: Great for remote workers. challenging vibes, walkable.
- East: 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 Portland, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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