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Leo Walker
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Working in Highland City -salaries realistic?
Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while.
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minneapolis_robert
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The walkability is genuinely excellent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Highland) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Seattle, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The walkability is genuinely excellent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Highland) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Seattle, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Sarah
accurate
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Madison L.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it's been a really good experience overall. Compared to Baltimore it's improving.
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Kenneth H.
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. the quality of life is solid.
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Camila Foster
I've lived in East for about 14 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 Minneapolis, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
- The walkability scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. No regrets on my end..
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
- The walkability scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. No regrets on my end..
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Emmett Turner
I've lived in North for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- The school system scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Hope this helps!.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- The school system scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Hope this helps!.
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Alice Davis
I've lived in East for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
- The public transit scene is average
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. No regrets on my end..
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
- The public transit scene is average
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. No regrets on my end..
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austin_david
I've lived in Highland for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The pet-friendliness scene is decent
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The pet-friendliness scene is decent
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Eleanor Parker
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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