Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm single, late 20s, and Average temperature is around 69--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $302,200, which seems about average. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Adrian Allen
Bought a house here in 2019 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Logan Flores
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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local_scarlett95
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a project manager, 25, moved here 4 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Highland and Riverside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Limited shopping options
3. The public transit situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for couples. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Riverside: 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 Charlotte, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $60K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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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Nova Clark
preach
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Allison Jones
I work in hospitality here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is decent. Hope this helps!.
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Chloe Ward
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Meadowbrook. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in government. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Hope this helps!.
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Julia
hmm interesting perspective
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Elijah
Moved here from Nashville about 11 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to outdoor recreation but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Adrian Morris
accurate
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Emilia
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 7 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the West side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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