Been living here since 2012. With a population of 8,897, Greenville is a small town. Household incomes average around $55,477 in Greenville. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Any help is appreciated. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Colton Davis
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great seafood places. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Angel Cox
Bought a house here in 2015 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Emmett Mitchell
Bought a house here in 2018 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Elizabeth Martin
big facts right here
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Kayden Lewis
Used to live on the The Heights side, now on the Old Town side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Nicholas
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Westside for 10 years. Moved from New York for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor scene is tough - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Westside schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Limited entertainment options. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 7/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Allison H.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Cooper
Used to live on the West side, now on the North side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Isabelle A.
this is the way
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Eleanor Harris
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely hit or miss and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Fairview) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Portland, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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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Rebecca M.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is food scene. it's exactly what I was looking for. Worth doing your research before committing.
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