Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider -Makawao sits at 232.1 per 100K. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Should I be concerned? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Emilia Stewart
Can confirm, been here 11 years.
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Sophia Ward
preach
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Zoey Adams
I've lived in Fairview for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Strong job market in several industries
- The job market scene is decent
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Rising rent and home prices
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.
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Gabriel Murphy
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 13 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Alexis N.
wish I knew this sooner
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Levi Hughes
it depends on the neighborhood
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Hudson Lee
I work in legal here and I genuinely enjoy living here. The job market for my field is decent. Definitely worth checking out..
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austin_jonathan
I'm a real estate agent and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Jacqueline O.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely decent and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (South) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Miami, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
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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Daniel G.
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. housing market used to be much manageable but now it's surprisingly good.
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Austin Carter
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Sofia Price
I've lived in The Heights for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Four distinct seasons
- The outdoor recreation scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for remote workers. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Landon Nguyen
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Chicago about 7 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are pricey, gas is average.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Emily Anderson
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in South area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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