Hi all, I've been here for 11 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Heartland sits at 324.0 per 100K. The median home value here is around $305,000, which seems about average. You can expect to pay around $2,313 for rent here. Rent is about $2,313/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Stephen W.
literally same
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Landon Scott
I've been living here for 13 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The public transit is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Santiago C.
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. traffic used to be much established but now it's challenging.
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Aaron H.
I've lived in Lakewood for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Active local events and festivals
- The weather scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for remote workers. No regrets on my end..
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Luna Allen
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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