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Isabella Campbell
best-worst
What surprised you most about Lawrence?
Hey, Let me know your thoughts. Thanks in advance!
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Ian Wood
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
37 upvotes
Lydia H.
honestly same experience here
31 upvotes
Jordan H.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in South. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in finance. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in South. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in finance. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
31 upvotes
Parker M.
spot on
25 upvotes
Caleb Foster
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it's exactly what I was looking for. Compared to LA it's pretty good.
16 upvotes
Lydia Peterson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value housing market, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely excellent and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value housing market, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely excellent and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
14 upvotes
Ava
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 50, moved here 1 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Downtown and North, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The housing market situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for young professionals. challenging vibes, walkable.
- North: 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 Nashville, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $90K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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 lawyer, 50, moved here 1 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Downtown and North, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The housing market situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for young professionals. challenging vibes, walkable.
- North: 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 Nashville, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $90K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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.
12 upvotes