Random thought, Poverty rate is 16.0%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $79,100 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Does this match your experience? Thanks for reading. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Olivia F.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 12 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Sofia Green
Used to live on the Springfield side, now on the Greenfield side. Completely different vibe. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Audrey W.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a contractor who relocated here from San Diego about 4 years ago. The main reasons were family and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are manageable, gas is improving.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. No regrets on my end..
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