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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Claire R.

Moving from Seattle to Lakewood next month

Alright, I'm single, late 50s, and With a population of 69,884, Lakewood is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Anyone in a similar situation?

30 replies 23 upvotes moving
Evan Clark

Is it worth buying in Lakewood?

Curious what people think. Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Avery

Best companies to work for in Lakewood?

Been meaning to ask this. The median home value here is around $618,400, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 36.9 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Worth the trade-offs? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Joseph

Freelancing from Lakewood -experience?

I work in healthcare and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Allison Clark

Dog-friendly places in Lakewood?

Alright, The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $57,576 in Lakewood. With a population of 69,884, Lakewood is a smaller city. Median household income is $57,576, which feels about average for the area. The f...

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Frank C.

Moving to Lakewood -what should I know?

Curious what people think. It's a a smaller city city with about 69,884 people. Let me know your thoughts.

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Cameron Chavez

Housing market in Lakewood right now

Hey, Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $57,576 in Lakewood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Any advice would be great. Thanks ...

2 replies 2 upvotes housing
William Robinson

Is Lakewood good for remote workers?

Been living here since 2013. Homes are going for about $618,400 on average. Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. Median household income is $57,576, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 69,884 people. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty l...

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Allison Clark

What surprised you most about Lakewood?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2023. You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. Homes are going for about $618,400 on average. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 36.9 per 100K....

13 replies 4 upvotes best-worst
Cameron Chavez

What's it really like living in Lakewood?

Anyone else feel this way? I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 25.3%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $57,576, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where ...

2 replies 13 upvotes living
Carson Castillo

Moving from Baltimore to Lakewood next month

Hey, Been living here since 2010. Poverty rate is 25.3%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a smaller city city with about 69,884 people. You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Anyone i...

0 replies 12 upvotes moving
Asher Rodriguez

Housing in Lakewood compared to Las Vegas

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The median home value here is around $618,400, which is pretty steep. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any help is appreciated.

15 replies 3 upvotes housing
Clara Foster

Dog-friendly places in Lakewood?

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some...

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Carson Castillo

What's it really like living in Lakewood?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a 42-year-old HR manager and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The parks and outdoor a...

10 replies 19 upvotes living
Scarlett Watson

How is the nightlife in Lakewood?

So, With a population of 69,884, Lakewood is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather ta...

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Joseph Garcia

Dog-friendly places in Lakewood?

I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. With a population of 69,884, Lakewood is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so ...

11 replies 28 upvotes qa
jaxon_fan

Is it worth buying in Lakewood?

Random thought, Homes are going for about $618,400 on average. Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 69,884 people. Household incomes average around $57,576 in Lakewood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no...

29 replies 13 upvotes housing
Adam Evans

Is Lakewood a good place to live?

Hi all, Poverty rate is 25.3%, which is higher than I expected. Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $57,576 in Lakewood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in...

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Ariana

Anyone regret moving to Lakewood?

Hey, I'm retired and Median household income is $57,576, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Natalie Rodriguez

Internet providers in Lakewood?

Hey everyone, Rent is about $1,647/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $618,400, which is pretty steep. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Downtown has improved a lot in re...

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Ariana

Rent vs buy in Lakewood -what makes sense?

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $57,576, which feels about average for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I wrong here?

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Evan Clark

Planning a move to Lakewood -neighborhoods?

Alright, You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Carson Castillo

Working in Lakewood -salaries realistic?

Random thought, Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. Homes are going for about $618,400 on average. Household incomes average around $57,576 in Lakewood. Median household income is $57,576, which feels a...

2 replies 22 upvotes jobs
Leo White

Lakewood quality of life -am I missing something?

Hi all, I'm single, late 40s, and Poverty rate is 25.3%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $618,400 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $618,400, which is pretty steep. Household incomes average around $57,576 ...

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Piper Brown

Healthcare options in Lakewood?

Hey, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakewood sits at 36.9 per 100K. With a population of 69,884, Lakewood is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some goo...

9 replies 27 upvotes qa
Andrew Cox

Moving to Lakewood with kids -good idea?

Hello, My family moved here when I was a kid. With a population of 69,884, Lakewood is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good service...

0 replies 19 upvotes moving
Cameron Chavez

Best kept secrets of Lakewood, NJ

Hey, I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $618,400, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,647 for rent here. Household incomes average around $57,576 in Lakewood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. ...

6 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
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