I'm retired and Rent is about $1,206/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any advice would be great. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Mason Patel
Came here for family and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The community vibe is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Hailey W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Raleigh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..