Family of 4 considering Louisville/Jefferson County
I just moved to Portland from Austin. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable.
With a population of 627,210, the city has a {city_feel}. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}.
I feel like Louisville/Jefferson County is becoming more expensive without getting better. The food scene in Portland is honestly incredible.
What am I missing here?
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Isaac C.
Following because I'm curious too.
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Natalie H.
Night shift worker - Louisville/Jefferson County at 3am is solid. I keep discovering new spots even after {yr} years..
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George K.
TIL.
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Axel Cruz
I'd highly recommend checking out Portland. I feel like {city} is becoming more expensive without getting better.. Plus the food options around there are underrated.
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Hannah Howard
I'll give you a thorough answer since I've been through this exact situation.
I moved to St. Matthews from Cleveland about 11 years ago. Initially I missed home a lot. But after settling in, The suburbs vs city debate here is real..
A few things I'd recommend:
- Check out St. Matthews and Bardstown Road for housing
- Explore beyond the popular neighborhoods
- Talk to your neighbors - people are friendlier than you'd expect
The biggest adjustment was nightlife. Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.. Overall I'd give Louisville/Jefferson County a 6/10 for students.
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Nora Price
Alright, I'm going to write the reply I wish someone had written for me when I was researching Louisville/Jefferson County.
Background: 26, young professional, moved from Nashville 5 years ago for a fresh start. Currently in Bardstown Road.
**Housing:**
The market is improving right now. We went with Bardstown Road because it felt safe. Paid /mo starting out, now at /mo. If I could do it again, I'd look at St. Matthews - it's growing and the value is better.
**Work:**
construction jobs are decent here. I was worried coming from Nashville but the market is promising. Salary-wise, expect it varies wildly by field.
**Social Life:**
This was my biggest worry. First 12 months were tough. Then I found my people through a running club. Now I have a solid group. Louisville/Jefferson County people are welcoming once you break through.
**Day to Day:**
- Groceries: manageable
- Traffic: manageable if you avoid rush hour
- Dining out: better than you'd expect
- Entertainment: great if you like outdoor stuff
**Would I move here again?**
The community in {hood} is really tight-knit.. For retirees, I'd give it a 7/10.
Feel free to DM me with specific questions - happy to help fellow newcomers.
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Alexa Taylor
Born here, left for 10 years, came back. Public transit is {transit_feel} - you'll want a car.. The city has transformed a lot.
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Carson G.
Been here 5 years, can vouch for this.
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Evelyn Howard
Germantown local here. Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here.. If you need specific recommendations feel free to ask.
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