Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Median household income is $72,563, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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David Nelson
as a local I can confirm
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Emily Howard
I've lived in Midtown for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The housing market scene is solid
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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oakland_caroline
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Southern places. the quality of life is solid.
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Aiden M.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cost of living, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely improving and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (North) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job 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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Daniel G.
Can confirm, been here 15 years.
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John M.
I'm a real estate agent and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Bradley S.
I work in retail here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is average. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Valentina Evans
I've lived in Cedar Grove for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The community vibe scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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