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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Jordan W.

Should I move to Lee's Summit or stay in Miami?

Hi all, It's a a mid-size city city with about 103K people. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What are your go-to spots?

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seattlepapa2025

Housing in Lee's Summit compared to Chicago

So, Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 103K people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great pl...

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seattlepapa2025

Rent vs buy in Lee's Summit -what makes sense?

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are With a population of 103K, Lee's Summit is a mid-size city. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $313,200 on average. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is...

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Vincent J.

Co-working spaces in Lee's Summit?

First post here. I'm a 41-year-old software engineer and Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. With a population of 103K, Lee's Summit is a mid-size city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be...

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John W.

Is Lee's Summit getting better or worse?

So, Crime rate is something to consider -Lee's Summit sits at 115.7 per 100K. The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold w...

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tampagirl2023

Unpopular opinion about Lee's Summit

Anyone else feel this way? Household incomes average around $104,989 in Lee's Summit. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Hailey

Should I move to Lee's Summit or stay in Los Angeles?

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from Los Angeles and The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Leah Myers

What surprised you most about Lee's Summit?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm originally from Dallas and Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,382 for rent here. Homes are going for about $313,200 on average. With a population of 103K, Lee's Summit is a mid-size city. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which ...

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seattlepapa2025

Best companies to work for in Lee's Summit?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 46-year-old nurse and Homes are going for about $313,200 on average. Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I overthinking this?

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Henry Scott

Should I move to Lee's Summit or stay in Las Vegas?

OK so I'm single, late 20s, and Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thoughts? Cheers. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot ...

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Chloe Morales

Lee's Summit in the winter -how bad?

Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 103K people. The weather takes some getting used to. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is excitin...

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Leah Myers

Anyone else love living in Lee's Summit?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $313,200 on average. The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing te...

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Alice R.

Grocery stores in Lee's Summit -recommendations?

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's ...

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Raymond C.

Biggest downsides of living in Lee's Summit?

Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Chloe Morales

Is Lee's Summit getting better or worse?

Alright, Household incomes average around $104,989 in Lee's Summit. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating ...

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Kinsley Castillo

Things that make Lee's Summit unique

Hey, Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. Median household income is $104,989, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Lee's Summit sits at 115.7 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get g...

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Camila King

Dog-friendly places in Lee's Summit?

Hey everyone, Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $104,989 in Lee's Summit. Crime rate is something to consider -Lee's Summit sits at 115.7 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than youn...

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Leah Myers

Weekend activities in Lee's Summit?

Hey folks, I've been here for 17 years and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 103K people. You can expect to pay around $1,382 for rent here. The median home value here is around $313,200, which seems about average. Honestly, I think i...

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Leah Myers

Honest thoughts on life in Lee's Summit

Rent is about $1,382/month for a decent place. It's a a mid-size city city with about 103K people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned?

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Camila King

Internet providers in Lee's Summit?

Hey everyone, With a population of 103K, Lee's Summit is a mid-size city. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Lee's Summit sits at 115.7 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs a...

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Camila King

Living in Lee's Summit -the reality

Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,382 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just su...

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Jace R.

Cost of living reality check -Lee's Summit

Homes are going for about $313,200 on average. Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned?

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Kinsley Castillo

Biggest downsides of living in Lee's Summit?

My partner and I are Homes are going for about $313,200 on average. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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