OK so We have two kids and The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $178,600, which is actually reasonable. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Jayden Baker
spot on
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Benjamin Rogers
Used to live on the Cedar Grove side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
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Grace Rodriguez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a writer, 49, moved here 11 years ago from Raleigh. I've lived in Eastside and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Nice parks and green spaces
3. Strong job market in several industries
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The cost of living situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for families. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: 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 Raleigh, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$90K 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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