Born and raised here. It's a a smaller city city with about 51,557 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this? The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Cooper Baker
literally same
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Lillian Baker
accurate
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Ariana Ward
haha yep pretty much
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Ariana Ortiz
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 50, moved here 13 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Pine Hills and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good internet infrastructure
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally solid - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The public transit situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for young professionals. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: 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 Charlotte, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $100K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. 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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Nevaeh Walker
I've lived in Sunset for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
- The weather scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Patricia Y.
+1
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Nicholas Mendoza
accurate
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Violet Gomez
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it was the best decision I ever made. Internet is challenging in most areas.
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Isabella
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in Maple Ridge area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Sofia Cooper
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Austin and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in West. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in consulting. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like seafood.
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