Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,980 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. Any advice would be great. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Scarlett Martinez
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is traffic. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Leah K.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are pretty good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Charlotte Hernandez
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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portlandlover2022
good to know, thanks
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Serenity A.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Pine Hills. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Jameson K.
Weather-wise, the summers are decent and winters are stable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Joseph Young
nah I disagree
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Nova Gray
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Meadowbrook for 5 years. Moved from Portland for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Meadowbrook schools are average. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Nightlife is limited. Not very walkable outside downtown. And safety can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 5/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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raised_peyton18
hmm interesting perspective
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Mateo Ruiz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Oak Park. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in education. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Asher
100%
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Claire Adams
exactly what I was thinking
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Nicholas Y.
The food scene here is average. Tons of great BBQ places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Everly Foster
I'm a chef and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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