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Isabelle W.
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Worst things about Maplewood nobody talks about
Hey, We have two kids and Household incomes average around $88,534 in Maplewood. Homes are going for about $291,300 on average. The median home value here is around $291,300, which seems about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Maplewood sits at 382.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Low crime in most areas
- Easy commute
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- High property taxes
- Not enough green space
Worth the trade-offs? TIA! The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Low crime in most areas
- Easy commute
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- High property taxes
- Not enough green space
Worth the trade-offs? TIA! The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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