Jamestown West vs Salt Lake City -which is better?
I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $880/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? The weather takes some getting used to.
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Kayden Ward
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if dating scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Kinsley Long
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Eastside for 3 years. Moved from Raleigh for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor scene is solid - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Eastside schools are solid. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Can feel isolated. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 8/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Lydia Clark
Moved here from Denver about 6 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to nightlife but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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portland_cameron
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
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Wyatt Ruiz
Saving this thread
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sacramentoliving2020
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the Uptown side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Isaac M.
spot on
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Quinn R.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want walkability, then yeah this place is great. But if traffic matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Harper Smith
hard disagree but ok
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Henry
I've lived in North for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Miami, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Close to major attractions
- The traffic scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Audrey Robinson
Weather-wise, the summers are challenging and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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