I'm retired and Median household income is $51,277, which feels on the lower side for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Lydia Bennett
I've lived in Meadowbrook for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The walkability scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Bella Cook
hmm interesting perspective
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Chloe Torres
Came here for cost of living and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community vibe is honestly surprisingly good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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cincy_andrew
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Oak Park. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Eliana Gomez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Midtown. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in government. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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miami_jayden
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great Asian places. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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