Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $464,500 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Manchester sits at 601.0 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Austin E.
bump
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Julian Green
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Westside for 10 years. Moved from San Francisco for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. legal is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is tough - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Westside 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. Can feel isolated. Limited shopping options. And housing market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 9/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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austin_skylar
The food scene here is average. Tons of great Indian places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Aria D.
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in West area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Dylan Ward
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it's not perfect but it works for me. Compared to San Francisco it's hit or miss.
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sdpapa2021
hmm interesting perspective
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Aria Turner
nah I disagree
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Vivian Kelly
I've lived in South for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- The healthcare scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for young professionals. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Lucas Edwards
Can confirm, been here 9 years.
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Everly P.
I'm a HR manager and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
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Owen Robinson
Moved here from San Diego about 2 years ago. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Still getting used to community vibe but No regrets on my end..
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samuel_life
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great Mexican places. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Jayden Smith
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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