Hey folks, What neighborhoods would you suggest? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Chloe Cook
Weather-wise, the summers are improving and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Weston Thompson
I've been living here for 5 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The safety is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
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Genesis Kim
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Seattle about 8 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are competitive, gas is underrated.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Definitely worth checking out..
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Lily
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is underrated in most areas.
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Leah
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in Old Town area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Jonathan Brooks
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 15 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Cedar Grove side vs the Downtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Sofia T.
hard disagree but ok
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Piper
+1
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Aaron Smith
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I genuinely enjoy living here. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Miles Wood
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.