Hey folks, Homes are going for about $350,200 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 128K people. Household incomes average around $85,002 in Lewisville. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has anyone dealt with this? 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. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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David Wright
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from San Francisco about 10 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Good internet infrastructure
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is decent.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Isaiah Johnson
Came here for retirement and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The cultural scene is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Rylee Sanchez
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Rylee Davis
Bought a house here in 2024 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Alice C.
following this thread
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Serenity Miller
hmm interesting perspective
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Jack K.
Weather-wise, the summers are pretty good and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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Maverick Ortiz
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 40, moved here 15 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Pine Hills and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The public transit situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for remote workers. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Sunset: 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 Nashville, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $50K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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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