Hey, Homes are going for about $264,600 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Lititz sits at 85.2 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thanks! The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Sophie 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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Theodore Moore
big facts right here
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Mason
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Dominic Reed
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Riverside area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Miles O.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 38, moved here 7 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Maple Ridge and North, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited shopping options
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The public transit situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Maple Ridge: Great for couples. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- North: 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 Salt Lake City, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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Ava Jones
Moved here from Pittsburgh about 14 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to housing market but Definitely worth checking out..
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Leah Myers
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from Charlotte about 9 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Nightlife is limited
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are pricey, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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