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Manhattan, IL Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Aubrey Rivera

Is Manhattan getting better or worse?

Just moved here 1 months ago and Poverty rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $314,400, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $128,375 in Manhattan. Public transit needs a lot of wor...

12 replies 3 upvotes living
Hailey

Should I move to Manhattan or stay in Orlando?

First post here. I'm single, late 40s, and Household incomes average around $128,375 in Manhattan. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

2 replies 8 upvotes moving
James Patel

Things that make Manhattan unique

Longtime lurker here, Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $314,400 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? Looking forward to hearing from you all. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent...

11 replies 10 upvotes best-worst
Paisley R.

Worst things about Manhattan nobody talks about

The median home value here is around $314,400, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What would you do? Cost of living is definitely rising, but sti...

6 replies 0 upvotes best-worst
Leonardo

What to expect moving to Manhattan?

Curious what people think. My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Has anyone dealt with this? The suburbs are wher...

10 replies 6 upvotes moving
Paisley R.

Housing market in Manhattan right now

Been meaning to ask this. Household incomes average around $128,375 in Manhattan. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks!

0 replies 7 upvotes housing
Hailey

Best hidden gems in Manhattan

My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 12.3 per 100K. Household incomes average around $128,375 in Manhattan. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Would love some local perspective. It's a very car-dependent city, f...

7 replies 2 upvotes best-worst
Kevin R.

Living in Manhattan -the reality

I'm single, late 40s, and With a population of 10,315, Manhattan is a small town. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,220 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost o...

3 replies 6 upvotes living
Leonardo

Honest thoughts on life in Manhattan

Hey, Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $128,375 in Manhattan. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Manhattan sits at 12.3 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,220 for rent here. T...

2 replies 1 upvotes living
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