Hey folks, Just moved here 1 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,572 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Lewisville sits at 221.3 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 128K people. Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Worth the trade-offs? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.
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Lori G.
bump
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Ezekiel Bennett
I work in construction here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is solid. No regrets on my end..
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Everly W.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value healthcare, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely excellent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Fairview) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Baltimore, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Emmett Murphy
I work in legal here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is pretty good. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Brielle Smith
couldn't agree more
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oaklandsoul2022
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Audrey Lopez
My experience has been mostly positive. I have mixed feelings honestly. The only thing I'd watch out for is job market. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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aaron_living
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Charlotte about 9 years ago. The main reasons were family and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are growing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Definitely worth checking out..
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Amelia Wood
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 10 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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