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Melanie Evans housing

Is it worth buying in Heeia?

First post here. I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $160,294, which feels pretty solid for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Declan White
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in North area are better than expected. Kids love it here.
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Valentina Mitchell
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a electrician, 56, moved here 2 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Sunset and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The dating scene situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for retirees. average vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: 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 Seattle, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$150K here.

**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. 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.
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Ruby Roberts
interesting, hadn't considered that
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