Anyone else feel this way? I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $101,400 on average. The median home value here is around $101,400, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Mia R.
Used to live on the Westside side, now on the Cedar Grove side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Austin Murphy
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Four distinct seasons
- The food scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Olivia R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from New York 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 Lakewood. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Ryan Hughes
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 15 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is underrated.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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la_asher
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want school system, then yeah this place is great. But if cost of living matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Michael Bennett
as a local I can confirm
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Levi
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want food scene, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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