Best neighborhoods to rent in Lumberton?

Raymond A. Jun 10, 2025

OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Midtown. It's underrated for what you get.

Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in government you might struggle.

People: Generally average. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Asian.

No regrets on my end..

35 upvotes

Brielle Martinez May 19, 2025

Came here for work and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The walkability is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.

29 upvotes

Melanie C. Jun 3, 2025

Used to live on the Highland side, now on the East side. Completely different vibe. it's been a really good experience overall.

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Lydia Howard Jun 10, 2025

Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely average and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from San Diego, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.

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Xavier Howard May 20, 2025

Used to live on the Pine Hills side, now on the Maple Ridge side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.

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