We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $111,898 in Itasca. Median household income is $111,898, which feels pretty solid for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Should I be concerned? Cheers. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Sofia Murphy
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 57, moved here 7 years ago from Tampa. I've lived in Eastside and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The weather situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for singles. decent vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Tampa, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $60K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Jaxon Lee
I've lived in Fairview for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
- The cost of living scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Gianna Adams
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Lakewood area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Santiago Perez
Came here for family and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The school system is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Violet Williams
Came here for family and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The food scene is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Lily White
facts
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Rylee
I've lived in Highland for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Close to major attractions
- The nightlife scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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