All Countries
Leo Ramos
best-worst
Lake in the Hills is underrated, change my mind
Hey everyone, There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this? TIA!
19 upvotes
17 Replies
Joseph Williams
Moved here from Raleigh about 10 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to food scene but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
40 upvotes
Ian James
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's exactly what I was looking for. Internet is excellent in most areas.
40 upvotes
Luna Thomas
yep
39 upvotes
Sophia R.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want dating scene, then yeah this place is great. But if public transit matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
39 upvotes
Emma T.
good to know, thanks
38 upvotes
Nathan Baker
Used to live on the Eastside side, now on the Pine Hills side. Completely different vibe. it exceeded my expectations.
36 upvotes
Landon Gray
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great seafood places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
36 upvotes
Ellie Robinson
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are pretty good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
32 upvotes
Leonardo Thomas
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value traffic, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely hit or miss and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Uptown) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value traffic, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely hit or miss and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Uptown) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
26 upvotes
Colton L.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is public transit. it's been a really good experience overall. Worth doing your research before committing.
25 upvotes
urban_emma8
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 4 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
I've been here 4 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
23 upvotes
Greyson Clark
facts
19 upvotes
Mason Miller
same here
18 upvotes
Julian Green
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it was the best decision I ever made. Compared to Dallas it's pretty good.
16 upvotes
Theodore R.
I've lived in Sunset for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Close to major attractions
- The healthcare scene is average
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Close to major attractions
- The healthcare scene is average
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
16 upvotes
Eva Patel
Weather-wise, the summers are solid and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
14 upvotes
Adam Nelson
as a local I can confirm
14 upvotes