Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 103K people. Average temperature is around 74--F, so it's warm year-round. You can expect to pay around $1,848 for rent here. Homes are going for about $441,900 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Would love some local perspective. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Nicholas Martinez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 6 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Delilah Brooks
it depends on the neighborhood
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Jace Stewart
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from Nashville about 7 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are affordable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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