Been meaning to ask this. I'm a 28-year-old accountant and Homes are going for about $279,500 on average. Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I overthinking this? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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indy_adeline
exactly what I was thinking
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Elijah W.
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 11 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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vegas_arianna
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Janice E.
Saving this thread
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Dylan R.
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Vietnamese places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Maya
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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dallas_declan
I've lived in Downtown for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- The walkability scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. No regrets on my end..
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Maya Morris
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from San Diego and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Pine Hills. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in education. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Violet R.
wish I knew this sooner
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Peyton Cooper
I'm a data analyst and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
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