I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $425,200 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakeville sits at 67.0 per 100K. Median household income is $138,119, which feels pretty solid for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Matthew
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Uptown area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Hannah Baker
Moved here from Houston about 9 years ago. I love the pace of life here. Still getting used to weather but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Isaac White
facts
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Kai Brooks
big facts right here
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Jace Hill
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Westside area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Maverick Ramirez
Can confirm, been here 14 years.
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Hudson A.
Moved here from San Diego about 13 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to food scene but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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miamirunner2022
wish I knew this sooner
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Abigail Ward
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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Isaac Cox
same here
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Aurora Johnson
big facts right here
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Gabriel Hall
Moved here from Austin about 10 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to job market but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Mia
facts
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la_elizabeth
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Riverside for 3 years. Moved from San Francisco for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
legal is strong here. legal 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:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Riverside schools are challenging. 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. Bugs and humidity in summer. And public transit can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Sophie Price
spot on
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colton_lover
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is walkability. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Jameson P.
preach
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Susan S.
Bought a house here in 2023 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Joshua
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the West side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Adrian Collins
I'm a nurse and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. The community is average and there's always something going on.
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Adeline Thomas
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Old Town area are surprisingly good. Kids love it here.
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Connor
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in East. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in retail. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Audrey Carter
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's been a really good experience overall. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Emmett King
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely excellent and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Oak Park) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. dating scene is completely different here. And Winters are long and cold.
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.
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Scarlett Watson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Downtown. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Camila White
big facts right here
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Aria Young
Used to live on the Downtown side, now on the Eastside side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Ella Miller
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much reasonable but now it's average.
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