First post here. Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $485,400, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $485,400 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Looking forward to hearing from you all.
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Carson Brooks
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in Eastside area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Victoria Jimenez
Can confirm, been here 9 years.
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Eleanor Peterson
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Leah Cox
it depends on the neighborhood
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Savannah Hill
Used to live on the Downtown side, now on the The Heights side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Jordan Nguyen
literally same
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Ezekiel Moore
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The traffic is honestly excellent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Audrey Gray
Bought a house here in 2021 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Samuel
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Landon L.
Public transit is excellent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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Ruby Reed
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Harper Hernandez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Uptown for 10 years. Moved from Seattle for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is tough. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
real estate is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Uptown schools are solid. 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. Limited high-paying job options. Homeless population growing downtown. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 5/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Dylan Foster
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is school system. I have mixed feelings honestly. Worth doing your research before committing.
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