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Liam Alvarez
moving
Just moved to Lyndon, any tips?
It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest?
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Ella Miller
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 45, moved here 10 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Lakewood and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited shopping options
3. The walkability situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Lakewood: Great for couples. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- East: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from San Diego, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a contractor, 45, moved here 10 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Lakewood and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited shopping options
3. The walkability situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Lakewood: Great for couples. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- East: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from San Diego, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
39 upvotes
Lily M.
accurate
38 upvotes
Jordan T.
We moved here with our family and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Schools in Midtown area are decent. Kids love it here.
37 upvotes
Madelyn Wilson
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
33 upvotes
Clara White
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want public transit, then yeah this place is great. But if safety matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
26 upvotes
Declan G.
Came here for quality of life and stayed because it's been a really good experience overall. The cultural scene is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
19 upvotes
Willow Sanchez
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
9 upvotes
Audrey Stewart
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in The Heights. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in construction. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in The Heights. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in construction. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
4 upvotes