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Sarah D.
living
London quality of life -am I missing something?
What would you do? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
10 upvotes
15 Replies
Jacob Perez
preach
37 upvotes
Camila Moore
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
35 upvotes
Sofia
as a local I can confirm
35 upvotes
Aiden Mitchell
Used to live on the Sunset side, now on the Pine Hills side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
32 upvotes
daniel_fan
facts
30 upvotes
Xavier L.
Saving this thread
28 upvotes
Angel Rodriguez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
25 upvotes
Everly Patel
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The job market is better than expected compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
25 upvotes
Daniel Moore
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Nashville about 11 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are affordable, gas is tough.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a chef who relocated here from Nashville about 11 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are affordable, gas is tough.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
23 upvotes
Scarlett Smith
seconding this
22 upvotes
Nova King
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a project manager, 36, moved here 2 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in Riverside and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The cost of living situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: 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 Dallas, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $60K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
Background: I'm a project manager, 36, moved here 2 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in Riverside and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The cost of living situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: 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 Dallas, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $60K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
18 upvotes
Aiden Jimenez
Weather-wise, the summers are pretty good and winters are growing. You get used to it after the first year.
17 upvotes
Avery
hmm interesting perspective
13 upvotes
Grace Martin
Moved here from Charlotte about 5 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to weather but Definitely worth checking out..
7 upvotes
Henry J.
it depends on the neighborhood
1 upvotes