Hi all, We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,539/month for a decent place. Median household income is $77,979, which feels about average for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any help is appreciated. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Jaxon Long
Moved here from Boston about 2 years ago. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Still getting used to outdoor recreation but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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John Morales
Used to live on the Pine Hills side, now on the Maple Ridge side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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Genesis Ramos
it depends on the neighborhood
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detroitvibes2022
I work in education here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is excellent. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Nova Turner
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 50, moved here 5 years ago from Denver. I've lived in West and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Close to major attractions
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Nightlife is limited
3. The community vibe situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- West: Great for families. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- South: 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 Denver, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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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Isabelle Miller
Bought a house here in 2016 and I have mixed feelings honestly. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Xavier Reed
Used to live on the Downtown side, now on the Sunset side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Kaylee
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Josiah Gutierrez
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Lucy Smith
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Westside. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in finance. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Hope this helps!.
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Samantha R.
not my experience at all
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Paisley M.
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great seafood places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Michael
Moved here from San Diego about 14 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to food scene but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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