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Hi all, The median home value here is around $173,200, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 72--F, so it's warm year-round. Crime rate is something to consider -Marrero sits at 445.3 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Anyone in a similar situation? TIA! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to.
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zoe_living
Moved here from New York about 13 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to housing market but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Isabelle Myers
Came here for school and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The cultural scene is honestly excellent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Jack C.
I've lived in The Heights for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Four distinct seasons
- The dating scene scene is average

The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited shopping options

Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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