Anyone else feel this way? I'm retired and Household incomes average around $76,205 in Lowell. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. The median home value here is around $395,100, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Kinsley C.
This.
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Liam Price
same here
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Delilah Walker
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Kaylee Thomas
Can confirm, been here 15 years.
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Grayson Martin
lol so true
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Ezekiel
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is community vibe. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Philip B.
honestly same experience here
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Emilia C.
I'm a social worker and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Harper Thompson
underrated comment
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John Nelson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in The Heights. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in retail. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
No regrets on my end..
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Olivia Cruz
I've lived in East for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Decent public transit for the size
- The weather scene is improving
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Julie M.
Came here for retirement and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The housing market is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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