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Violet F.
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Moving to Lima for work -advice?
Random thought, Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input.
23 upvotes
9 Replies
Cora Morris
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The traffic scene is average
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. Feel free to reach out with questions..
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The traffic scene is average
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. Feel free to reach out with questions..
37 upvotes
John A.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I genuinely enjoy living here. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
34 upvotes
julia_living
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
28 upvotes
Jose Kelly
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
27 upvotes
Donald W.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
18 upvotes
Caleb Evans
this is the way
12 upvotes
Victoria Hill
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
9 upvotes
Everett Kim
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much manageable but now it's decent.
7 upvotes
Everly Wright
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from San Diego about 10 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are stable, gas is solid.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from San Diego about 10 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are stable, gas is solid.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
3 upvotes