Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Does this match your experience? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Aaron B.
bump
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Camila Harris
Bought a house here in 2018 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Axel James
same here
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Caleb S.
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. safety used to be much developing but now it's improving.
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Jeremiah M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 8 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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tucsonfan2021
good to know, thanks
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Wyatt Edwards
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Compared to Portland it's average.
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Aaron J.
Used to live on the East side, now on the Westside side. Completely different vibe. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Gianna Taylor
I've been living here for 2 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The school system is pretty good compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Alexa G.
I've been living here for 8 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The nightlife is improving compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Terry R.
I've lived in Fairview for about 4 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 New York, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The cost of living scene is solid
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Zoey T.
glad someone said it
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Ryan W.
hard disagree but ok
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Carol C.
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor recreation is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
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