My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $1,177/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Victoria Bailey
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Midtown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in education. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Isaac Ramirez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a accountant, 58, moved here 7 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in South and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The community vibe situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for families. average 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 Salt Lake City, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $90K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
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Nevaeh
I've been living here for 6 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The safety is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ezra
hard disagree but ok
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Miles Lewis
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Jose Taylor
We moved here with our family and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Schools in Old Town area are average. Kids love it here.
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Gary J.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from Baltimore about 2 years ago. The main reasons were work and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Nightlife is limited
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are reasonable, gas is average.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. No regrets on my end..
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Nevaeh Ruiz
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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David Garcia
This.
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Andrew
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great Vietnamese places. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Leah Hernandez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 1 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Cedar Grove side vs the Uptown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jayden Murphy
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it was the best decision I ever made. Hope this helps!.
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Adam Diaz
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in Cedar Grove area are solid. Kids love it here.
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