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Nevaeh Green moving

Should I move to Lewistown or stay in Omaha?

Hi all, I've been here for 5 years and The median home value here is around $98,600, which is actually reasonable. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Joseph Evans
My experience has been mostly positive. the quality of life is solid. The only thing I'd watch out for is safety. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Andrew Cruz
Can confirm, been here 5 years.
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desert_riley39
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a chef, 52, moved here 11 years ago from New York. I've lived in Sunset and Pine Hills, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The job market situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Pine Hills: 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 New York, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$120K 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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