Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and It's a a small town city with about 15,097 people. With a population of 15,097, Kenmore is a small town. The city has invested a lot in new development. Thanks! Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Theodore Scott
yeah no that's not right
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sacramento_brielle
big facts right here
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Axel Gomez
I'm a lawyer and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Rylee Gutierrez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Adrian J.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Highland. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in construction. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Brielle Ruiz
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 32, moved here 14 years ago from Denver. I've lived in North and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Low crime in most neighborhoods
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The weather situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for families. improving vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 Denver, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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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Cora Johnson
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Santiago Rodriguez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Seattle and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Waylon Rivera
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 6 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Cameron Kelly
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 7 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is weather. 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 average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Hudson Alvarez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if outdoor recreation matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Austin R.
My experience has been mostly positive. I love the pace of life here. The only thing I'd watch out for is community vibe. Other than that, Hope this helps!.
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Aaliyah Watson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely hit or miss and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from New York, be prepared for the culture shock. healthcare is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
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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Elena R.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is solid in most areas.
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