What I wish I knew before living in Lakeview Estates
OK so I'm originally from Indianapolis and Household incomes average around $45,589 in Lakeview Estates. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakeview Estates sits at 3,154.7 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Is this normal for Lakeview Estates? Cheers. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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John Walker
preach
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Weston Lee
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Sunset for 3 years. Moved from Portland for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is solid - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Sunset schools are hit or miss. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Road conditions need improvement. And job market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 6/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Ella Morales
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is community vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for. Worth doing your research before committing.
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urban_hudson57
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Brielle White
Used to live on the Cedar Grove side, now on the Greenfield side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Dorothy W.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Hope this helps!.
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Maverick
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 4 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Downtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Kai P.
couldn't agree more
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Zoey Phillips
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Boston it's decent.
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Donna H.
I've been living here for 6 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The school system is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
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Joshua R.
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. safety used to be much pricey but now it's pretty good.
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Eleanor
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Miles Price
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great Thai places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Declan L.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are hit or miss, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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