Curious what people think. We have two kids and Rent is about $1,038/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -LaGrange sits at 404.2 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Has anyone dealt with this? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Oliver Allen
Saving this thread
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Nevaeh Ruiz
honestly same experience here
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Arianna W.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Minneapolis about 1 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are growing, gas is improving.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. No regrets on my end..
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seattle_reagan
Moved here from Tampa about 1 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to food scene but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Ezekiel
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The pet-friendliness is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Everly Cox
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great Mexican places. I love the pace of life here.
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Luna Chavez
Totally agree!
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greyson_life
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 3 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Savannah Robinson
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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Abigail
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Cedar Grove area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Mackenzie Campbell
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Evelyn P.
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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