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Audrey Lee
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What's it really like living in Maryland Heights?
Just moved here 11 months ago and The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective.
22 upvotes
8 Replies
Wyatt Ward
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. it's been a really good experience overall. Compared to Portland it's surprisingly good.
38 upvotes
Emily Taylor
seconding this
30 upvotes
Brooklyn Stewart
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 26, moved here 14 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Riverside and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The dating scene situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for remote workers. decent vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: 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 Nashville, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. 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.
Background: I'm a chef, 26, moved here 14 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Riverside and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The dating scene situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for remote workers. decent vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: 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 Nashville, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. 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.
25 upvotes
Peyton Ortiz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Dallas 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 Pine Hills. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in marketing. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Vietnamese.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Pine Hills. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in marketing. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Vietnamese.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
23 upvotes
Ariana T.
We moved here with our family and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Schools in Maple Ridge area are better than expected. Kids love it here.
20 upvotes
Grayson Johnson
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
18 upvotes
Ella Lee
Bought a house here in 2015 and I have mixed feelings honestly. Property values have gone about the same since then.
15 upvotes
William J.
I've lived in South for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The healthcare scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The healthcare scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
5 upvotes