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David H.
moving
Thinking about relocating to Lakewood Park from Phoenix
Hey, With a population of 14,077, Lakewood Park is a small town.
12 upvotes
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Elena Martin
it depends on the neighborhood
38 upvotes
Christian Gutierrez
I've lived in Greenfield 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 Salt Lake City, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Affordable housing options
- The cost of living scene is improving
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for singles. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Affordable housing options
- The cost of living scene is improving
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for singles. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
35 upvotes
Melanie
seconding this
34 upvotes
Eliana Gomez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a nurse, 39, moved here 6 years ago from Houston. I've lived in Meadowbrook and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Good healthcare facilities
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Can feel isolated
3. The housing market situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for young professionals. tough vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Houston, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $70K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a nurse, 39, moved here 6 years ago from Houston. I've lived in Meadowbrook and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Good healthcare facilities
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Can feel isolated
3. The housing market situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for young professionals. tough vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Houston, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $70K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
33 upvotes
Serenity
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say I genuinely enjoy living here. The community vibe is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
32 upvotes
Evan
I've lived in Greenfield for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- The outdoor recreation scene is solid
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- The outdoor recreation scene is solid
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
28 upvotes
atl_aubrey
I work in government here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is excellent. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
28 upvotes
Sofia Alvarez
Moved here last year, no regrets.
14 upvotes
Daniel Edwards
accurate
12 upvotes
Brooklyn Garcia
following this thread
11 upvotes
Adam Cox
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. it's exactly what I was looking for. Compared to Raleigh it's average.
9 upvotes