Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $68,460 in Greenville. The median home value here is around $453,300, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Am I overthinking this? TIA! It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Jack W.
Public transit is challenging here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I love the pace of life here.
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Julia Hughes
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The traffic is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Wyatt S.
this is the way
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local_grace35
The food scene here is challenging. Tons of great Mediterranean places. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Isla Collins
same here
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Aaron Cox
Hot take but it exceeded my expectations. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Hazel
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Lakewood for 9 years. Moved from New York for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is underrated - 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. Lakewood schools are hit or miss. 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. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Far from beaches/mountains. And housing market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 5/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Anna Gutierrez
glad someone said it
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Allison King
seconding this
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Anna Rivera
spot on
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Gabriel Anderson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 15 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Pine Hills side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Riley Perez
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. the quality of life is solid.
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Silas Taylor
bump
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Eva Turner
I've been living here for 2 years and I'd say it's not perfect but it works for me. The public transit is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Logan Robinson
Came here for retirement and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The dating scene is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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cool_katherine65
nah I disagree
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Connor Phillips
I've lived in Greenfield for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Decent public transit for the size
- The community vibe scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Scarlett P.
I work in government here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is excellent. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Sharon K.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 9 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is walkability. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Mia W.
I'm a data analyst and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Luca Allen
Weather-wise, the summers are improving and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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