So, I'm a teacher here and Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Gabriel Smith
couldn't agree more
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Daniel James
yeah no that's not right
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Abigail D.
nah I disagree
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Bella Adams
Came here for quality of life and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The walkability is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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mesanative2022
I've lived in Lakewood for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Dallas, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Four distinct seasons
- The cultural scene scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ellie Ramos
I've lived in Old Town for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good internet infrastructure
- The pet-friendliness scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Rising rent and home prices
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Karen E.
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in The Heights area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Peyton Ortiz
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from San Francisco about 6 years ago. The main reasons were weather and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are affordable, gas is average.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Elizabeth F.
same here
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Owen Smith
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Hope this helps!.
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Kennedy Lee
hmm interesting perspective
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Carson Bennett
as a local I can confirm
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river_angel91
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 6 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Eastside side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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