I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $988 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar situation?
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Carson Bailey
nah I disagree
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Jacob Green
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is average in most areas.
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Reagan Patel
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. walkability used to be much reasonable but now it's challenging.
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Vivian Howard
great question, following
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Ronald R.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 13 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into running, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Oak Park side vs the Springfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Denise S.
lol so true
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John K.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely better than expected and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Highland) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Elijah Long
I've been living here for 5 years and I'd say I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The walkability is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall Good luck with whatever you decide..
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