Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $243,700 on average. Median household income is $58,441, which feels about average for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Anyone in a similar situation? TIA! It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Joseph Murphy
same here
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Andrew
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it's exactly what I was looking for. Compared to Pittsburgh it's underrated.
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Samuel Ross
Used to live on the North side, now on the Sunset side. Completely different vibe. it exceeded my expectations.
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Luna
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in The Heights. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ellie Walker
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The walkability is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Piper Cooper
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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Paisley Rodriguez
My experience has been mostly positive. I love the pace of life here. The only thing I'd watch out for is cost of living. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Madelyn T.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 11 years. Moved from Seattle for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
finance is strong here. education 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:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills 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. Rising rent and home prices. Not a lot of cultural diversity. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 7/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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