So, You can expect to pay around $1,048 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Jace Chavez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it was the best decision I ever made. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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happy_angel67
lol so true
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Daniel Howard
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want traffic, then yeah this place is great. But if food scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Alexis C.
it depends on the neighborhood
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Reagan Howard
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Austin about 1 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Active local events and festivals
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are reasonable, gas is excellent.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Brooklyn Parker
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 15 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the public transit is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Cedar Grove 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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Greyson W.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Stella Reed
Moved here from Minneapolis about 5 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to cost of living but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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