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Jack Smith
housing
Is Hogansville still affordable?
I've been here for 15 years and Property taxes are high but you get good services.
7 upvotes
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Jaxon Harris
I've been living here for 8 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The cost of living is excellent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
36 upvotes
Melanie Parker
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 4 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I've been here 4 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
36 upvotes
kc_avery
I'm a teacher and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
31 upvotes
Samuel J.
Came here for weather and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The walkability is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
17 upvotes
Sophie Richardson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The traffic is genuinely improving and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (East) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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 dating scene, you'll love it. The traffic is genuinely improving and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (East) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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.
12 upvotes
Nolan Flores
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Salt Lake City about 14 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Salt Lake City about 14 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
10 upvotes
Autumn Adams
exactly what I was thinking
5 upvotes
Jacob S.
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in East area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
3 upvotes
Joseph S.
Came here for weather and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The traffic is honestly pretty good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
1 upvotes
Michael Morgan
I'm a physical therapist and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is average and there's always something going on.
1 upvotes