Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $93,322 in Manorhaven. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. Thanks for reading. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Isabelle Hernandez
I've lived in Uptown for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Active local events and festivals
- The safety scene is average
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Hope this helps!.
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Leah A.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Oak Park. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in education. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Eleanor G.
This.
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Cameron Bennett
this is the way
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Nora Turner
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want pet-friendliness, then yeah this place is great. But if cultural scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Henry J.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if walkability matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Landon C.
Saving this thread
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Julian Ross
Came here for work and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community vibe is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Kaylee Watson
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 57, moved here 3 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in North and Oak Park, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Affordable housing options
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The public transit situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for couples. solid vibes, walkable.
- Oak Park: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Phoenix, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Samuel Lopez
yeah no that's not right
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Mackenzie J.
Public transit is challenging here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Megan H.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in East. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in retail. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Hope this helps!.
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Alice Collins
I've lived in Greenfield for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Active local events and festivals
- Good airport with direct flights
- The traffic scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Hope this helps!.
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