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Best companies to work for in Grosse Pointe Park?
What do you all think? Thanks! Property taxes are high but you get good services.
8 upvotes
12 Replies
Peyton
yeah no that's not right
33 upvotes
Hailey L.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want cultural scene, then yeah this place is great. But if outdoor recreation matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
29 upvotes
portlandchef2021
haha yep pretty much
27 upvotes
Mason Moore
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say I love the pace of life here. The cost of living is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
27 upvotes
Ezekiel Peterson
Came here for weather and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The community vibe is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
26 upvotes
Eva Taylor
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. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
24 upvotes
Willow M.
Moved here from Boston about 5 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to walkability but Feel free to reach out with questions..
21 upvotes
Joseph W.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Good luck with whatever you decide..
20 upvotes
Madelyn
I work in retail here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is challenging. Happy to answer more specific questions..
17 upvotes
Kaylee Chavez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Westside. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in consulting. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Westside. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in consulting. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
5 upvotes
violet_native
I'm a software engineer and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is tough and there's always something going on.
1 upvotes
Sophia
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 7 years. Moved from Atlanta for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
government is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is solid - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North schools are challenging. 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. Chain restaurants dominate. Dating scene is rough. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 5/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in North for 7 years. Moved from Atlanta for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
government is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is solid - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North schools are challenging. 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. Chain restaurants dominate. Dating scene is rough. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 5/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
1 upvotes