Alright, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $104,970 in Jenks. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Ryan C.
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much developing but now it's tough.
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cincy_wesley
Bought a house here in 2021 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Emma King
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much developing but now it's tough.
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Samuel Sanchez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Eastside for 4 years. Moved from Houston for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
hospitality is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is improving - we have biking trails 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 surprisingly good. 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. Property taxes are high. Limited entertainment options. And safety can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 7/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Willow Moore
seconding this
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Camila
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I love the pace of life here.
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