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Rent vs buy in Lexington -what makes sense?

Hi all, Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $39,375 in Lexington. Homes are going for about $90,300 on average. The median home value here is around $90,300, which is actually reasonable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Any advice would be great. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Aria Martin
been saying this for years
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Luna White
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely hit or miss and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (The Heights) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Atlanta, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Limited shopping 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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Lily R.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are better than expected, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Aaliyah Johnson
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great craft beer places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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