Hudson R. best-worst Sep 17, 2025

Worst things about Lewiston nobody talks about

OK so Born and raised here. Rent is about $954/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Lewiston sits at 298.3 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $954 for rent here. The median home value here is around $214,200, which is actually reasonable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thanks in advance! Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Leonardo Oct 12, 2025

Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.

I've been here 3 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is pretty good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Oak Park side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Good luck with whatever you decide..

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