Not sure if this has been asked before, but Homes are going for about $295,900 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thoughts? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Michael Diaz
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Sarah Mitchell
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Judy C.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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detroit_angel
I've lived in Old Town for about 15 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 Boston, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good internet infrastructure
- The housing market scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Genesis R.
Bought a house here in 2016 and I have mixed feelings honestly. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Julia M.
lol so true
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Evelyn Thomas
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 43, moved here 13 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Downtown and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Affordable housing options
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not a lot of cultural diversity
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The dating scene situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for couples. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: 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 solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $80K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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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Luna Cooper
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great craft beer places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Lillian Foster
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much established but now it's surprisingly good.
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