Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
5 upvotes
11 Replies
Jace Green
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Feel free to reach out with questions..
38 upvotes
Lucy Hall
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is walkability. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
26 upvotes
Savannah Gutierrez
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are solid, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
25 upvotes
Santiago Parker
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
23 upvotes
Wayne H.
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Affordable housing options
- The weather scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for young professionals. Hope this helps!.
23 upvotes
Andrew Kelly
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 8 years here, that's my honest assessment.
23 upvotes
Greyson Patel
Came here for weather and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The food scene is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
11 upvotes
Cooper Reyes
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
10 upvotes
Matthew Clark
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Portland it's hit or miss.
8 upvotes
phillyheart2022
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are improving, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Greyson Evans
I've lived in Springfield for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
- The outdoor recreation scene is improving
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Would recommend to anyone considering it..