Hey, I'm single, late 50s, and Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Laplace sits at 518.9 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Justin H.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Noah M.
lol so true
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Stella
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Eastside for 4 years. Moved from Phoenix for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
hospitality is strong here. healthcare is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is underrated - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Eastside schools are better than expected. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited public transit options. Nightlife is limited. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 7/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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minneapolis_nevaeh
Used to live on the Meadowbrook side, now on the Sunset side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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Alexa Cruz
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want cultural scene, then yeah this place is great. But if school system matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Vivian Turner
underrated comment
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austin_living
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is pretty good in most areas.
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