OK so With a population of 82,765, Longview is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I overthinking this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Leonardo P.
this is the way
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Leo Watson
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Internet is improving in most areas.
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Sarah Long
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 29, moved here 4 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in Meadowbrook and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Rising rent and home prices
3. The nightlife situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for young professionals. better than expected 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 Baltimore, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $70K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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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Evan Lopez
Used to live on the East side, now on the Westside side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Elijah Williams
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is pretty good in most areas.
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