I grew up here but left for a while. It's a a small town city with about 1,238 people. With a population of 1,238, Logan Elm Village is a small town. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Brooklyn Sanders
Moved here from Denver about 13 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to cultural scene but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Logan B.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Raleigh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Lakewood. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in tech. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Nevaeh
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I love the pace of life here.
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Chloe S.
This.
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nyc_evelyn
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Fairview. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in engineering. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Samuel
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the Downtown side. Completely different vibe. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Eva Foster
thanks for sharing
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Mackenzie W.
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 7 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Mateo Stewart
following this thread
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urban_elijah93
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in The Heights area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Christine A.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Sunset for 4 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is decent - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Sunset schools are hit or miss. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Road conditions need improvement. Can feel isolated. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Daniel Torres
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Salt Lake City about 5 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is solid.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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philly_landon
preach
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Dominic Wood
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.
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