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Isabella Wilson
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Weekend activities in Lone Tree?
Been meaning to ask this. I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $170,700, which is actually reasonable.
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local_connor51
Totally agree!
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Isaiah Moore
Moved here from Houston about 2 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to outdoor recreation but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Asher King
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 56, moved here 9 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Oak Park and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Limited shopping options
3. The walkability situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Oak Park: Great for remote workers. underrated vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: 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 Seattle, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$130K 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 contractor, 56, moved here 9 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Oak Park and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Limited shopping options
3. The walkability situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Oak Park: Great for remote workers. underrated vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: 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 Seattle, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$130K 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.
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Sophia Cruz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Highland. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in tech. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Highland. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in tech. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Cameron Bailey
I've lived in Springfield 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 Minneapolis, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- The housing market scene is solid
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Definitely worth checking out..
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- The housing market scene is solid
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Definitely worth checking out..
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Alexander Campbell
underrated comment
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Isaiah Miller
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 10 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I've been here 10 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Sean P.
I work in education here and I genuinely enjoy living here. The job market for my field is improving. Definitely worth checking out..
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Luca James
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Nashville about 11 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Diverse dining options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are manageable, gas is improving.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Good luck with whatever you decide..
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Nashville about 11 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Diverse dining options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are manageable, gas is improving.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Sarah B.
Moved here from Minneapolis about 12 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to cultural scene but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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alice_heart
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely better than expected and I've found the quality of life is solid. My neighborhood (West) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely better than expected and I've found the quality of life is solid. My neighborhood (West) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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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Bella White
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Houston about 7 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are manageable, gas is challenging.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Good luck with whatever you decide..
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Houston about 7 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are manageable, gas is challenging.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Kayden Scott
The food scene here is tough. Tons of great Italian places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Natalie Roberts
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Compared to Salt Lake City it's underrated.
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