Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,871 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Does this match your experience? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Aiden White
yep
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Owen Campbell
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Southern places. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Valentina Mitchell
been saying this for years
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Noah C.
lol so true
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Carter Ruiz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in South. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in finance. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Camila Phillips
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely challenging and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (The Heights) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Not a lot of cultural diversity.
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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William H.
hmm interesting perspective
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Naomi Reyes
Used to live on the Sunset side, now on the Westside side. Completely different vibe. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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