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Kaylee M. best-worst

Islamorada is underrated, change my mind

Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $880,200 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Islamorada sits at 2,771.8 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thoughts? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Avery Torres
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from San Francisco about 8 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and retirement.

Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good healthcare facilities
- Four distinct seasons

Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Chain restaurants dominate

Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are stable, gas is underrated.

Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Julia Evans
+1
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Willow Murphy
good to know, thanks
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