Hi all, I'm single, late 40s, and Homes are going for about $140,100 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Robert K.
same here
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Hannah Richardson
Public transit is pretty good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Jayden Turner
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great craft beer places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Stella Rogers
this is the way
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Sofia Parker
big facts right here
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Aaliyah M.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. the quality of life is solid. Compared to Austin it's solid.
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minneapolis_violet
thanks for sharing
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Peyton Gonzalez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 11 years. Moved from Chicago for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's been a really good experience overall. The outdoor scene is tough - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are solid. 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. Rising rent and home prices. Property taxes are high. And weather can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 8/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Asher Hernandez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a contractor who relocated here from San Diego about 8 years ago. The main reasons were school and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are competitive, gas is tough.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Hope this helps!.
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Jace Peterson
I'm a physical therapist and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Julia Hughes
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Paisley Hill
preach
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Kaylee
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Oak Park for 10 years. Moved from San Francisco for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
legal is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is excellent - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Oak Park 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. Can feel isolated. Homeless population growing downtown. And safety can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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