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Hailey Evans
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Weekend activities in Greenville?
Not sure if this has been asked before, but Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Liam Bennett
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 42, moved here 14 years ago from San Francisco. I've lived in Midtown and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The public transit situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Midtown: Great for retirees. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from San Francisco, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 42, moved here 14 years ago from San Francisco. I've lived in Midtown and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The public transit situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Midtown: Great for retirees. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from San Francisco, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
40 upvotes
Brooklyn Watson
hard disagree but ok
39 upvotes
Ryan Cook
lol so true
39 upvotes
Nathan Carter
I work in hospitality here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is decent. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
30 upvotes
Vivian Kelly
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great Asian places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
23 upvotes
Roman Adams
I work in retail here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is hit or miss. No regrets on my end..
19 upvotes
Noah W.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Tampa about 6 years ago. The main reasons were weather and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Four distinct seasons
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. Definitely worth checking out..
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Tampa about 6 years ago. The main reasons were weather and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Four distinct seasons
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. Definitely worth checking out..
14 upvotes
Avery G.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Pine Hills. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in government. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Pine Hills. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in government. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
12 upvotes
Rebecca S.
I've lived in Highland for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Four distinct seasons
- The pet-friendliness scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Four distinct seasons
- The pet-friendliness scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
9 upvotes