Alright, I work in healthcare and Poverty rate is 14.8%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 113K people. With a population of 113K, Lansing is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider -Lansing sits at 1,103.8 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Should I be concerned? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Leah Scott
Bought a house here in 2022 and it was the best decision I ever made. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Sofia Rogers
Moved here from Miami about 8 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to weather but No regrets on my end..
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Kinsley Castillo
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from San Diego and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Downtown. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in legal. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Delilah King
Used to live on the Cedar Grove side, now on the East side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Madeline Allen
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in Maple Ridge area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Levi Johnson
facts
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Sofia Parker
I've lived in North for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The public transit scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Paisley Nguyen
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 57, moved here 9 years ago from San Francisco. I've lived in Greenfield and Lakewood, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Four distinct seasons
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Homeless population growing downtown
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The job market situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for families. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Lakewood: 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 San Francisco, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. 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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Maverick C.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is community vibe. it's been a really good experience overall. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Asher Kelly
Used to live on the Meadowbrook side, now on the Old Town side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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fresno_autumn
Saving this thread
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Owen Miller
Bought a house here in 2018 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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