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Easton moving

Just moved to Leesburg, any tips?

Curious what people think. Median household income is $47,506, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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portlandchef2023
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Abigail R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in South. It's pretty good for what you get.

Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in tech you might struggle.

People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like sushi.

Definitely worth checking out..
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Allison Lee
I've lived in Riverside for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good internet infrastructure
- The outdoor recreation scene is pretty good

The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Dating scene is rough

Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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