First post here. Rent is about $1,102/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Elijah Mendoza
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Minneapolis about 1 years ago. The main reasons were weather and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good internet infrastructure
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are established, gas is challenging.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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river_ezekiel4
this is the way
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Gabriella Morris
thanks for sharing
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Savannah Garcia
it depends on the neighborhood
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Maya P.
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is cost of living. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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stlrider2021
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 7 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Scarlett Allen
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Springfield. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
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