Not sure if this has been asked before, but Household incomes average around $62,488 in Longview. Homes are going for about $182,700 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned? The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Judith T.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 49, moved here 3 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in East and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
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. Property taxes are high
3. The cultural scene situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- East: Great for retirees. average vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: 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 average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. 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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Isabelle L.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 1 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Olivia B.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Cedar Grove. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
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