Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $123,500 on average. The median home value here is around $123,500, which is actually reasonable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great. Cheers.
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Elena Allen
facts
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Christian Jimenez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Maple Ridge. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in retail. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Ezra Young
I'm a software engineer and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Daniel Howard
literally same
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Arianna E.
Bought a house here in 2015 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Eliana H.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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John Reyes
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Westside for 9 years. Moved from Nashville for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2021 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. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. legal is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is improving - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Westside schools are better than expected. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Bugs and humidity in summer. And weather can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 5/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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