So, You can expect to pay around $1,175 for rent here. Median household income is $45,949, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 21,026, Lealman is a small town. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. Cheers. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to.
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portlandlover2022
yep
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Amelia Evans
The food scene here is challenging. Tons of great seafood places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Sophia Brown
bump
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Brooks Moore
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value traffic, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely underrated and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Meadowbrook) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, 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.
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Xavier M.
been saying this for years
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Hailey T.
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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James T.
I've lived in North for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Decent public transit for the size
- The weather scene is tough
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Urban sprawl is real
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Kai Garcia
wish I knew this sooner
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Weston Moore
this is the way
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Clara Jackson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Downtown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like seafood.
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