Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Madison Heights sits at 176.2 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 1.9%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $66,726 in Madison Heights. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I overthinking this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Cameron Evans
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Eastside for 12 years. Moved from Seattle for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. tech 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:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Eastside schools are tough. 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. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Dating scene is rough. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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sacramentofan2023
seconding this
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Melanie
hmm interesting perspective
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loving_aaron47
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Tampa it's solid.
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real_bennett82
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much growing but now it's hit or miss.
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Paisley Edwards
underrated comment
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Nevaeh Thomas
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Evelyn
haha yep pretty much
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Savannah Foster
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is school system. it's exactly what I was looking for. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Nova Phillips
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Cedar Grove area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Leonardo Castillo
This.
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Maverick Bennett
hard disagree but ok
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John R.
I work in healthcare here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is solid. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Stella R.
Used to live on the Pine Hills side, now on the Maple Ridge side. Completely different vibe. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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