So, I relocated for work and With a population of 1,811, Kenyon is a small town. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Ruby
as a local I can confirm
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Levi Gonzalez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 3 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Meadowbrook side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Audrey Hughes
This.
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Luke M.
Public transit is pretty good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Ezra Thompson
Moved here from New York about 1 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to traffic but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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raleigh_jeremiah
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 11 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the public transit is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Dylan Bennett
yep
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Julia
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a pharmacist, 50, moved here 4 years ago from Austin. I've lived in Lakewood and Oak Park, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The housing market situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Lakewood: Great for singles. solid vibes, walkable.
- Oak Park: 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 Austin, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $100K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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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Emmett Cruz
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a sales manager, 28, moved here 2 years ago from Boston. I've lived in Oak Park and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Affordable housing options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Urban sprawl is real
3. The job market situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Oak Park: Great for retirees. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 Boston, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$80K 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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Bryan W.
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Adeline White
bump
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Arianna Scott
My experience has been mostly positive. I have mixed feelings honestly. The only thing I'd watch out for is nightlife. Other than that, Hope this helps!.
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