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Mackenzie qa

Best areas to explore in Lake Elmo?

OK so Born and raised here. Median household income is $153,407, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $588,900, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 1.6%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Anyone in a similar situation? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Maverick Ward
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Compared to Seattle it's better than expected.
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