Sophia J. moving Dec 28, 2025

Remote worker thinking about Lakeville

My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $138,119, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakeville sits at 67.0 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I overthinking this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Mackenzie Dec 31, 2025

Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.

I've been here 12 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is surprisingly good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Feel free to reach out with questions..

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