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Ashley J.
best-worst
Things that make Massillon unique
Hey, Anyone in a similar situation? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
4 upvotes
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Eugene M.
same here
39 upvotes
Matthew Garcia
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a writer, 32, moved here 1 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Downtown and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Nice parks and green spaces
3. Good healthcare facilities
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Can feel isolated
3. The pet-friendliness situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for young professionals. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 San Diego, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $100K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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 writer, 32, moved here 1 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Downtown and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Nice parks and green spaces
3. Good healthcare facilities
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Can feel isolated
3. The pet-friendliness situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for young professionals. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 San Diego, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $100K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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.
33 upvotes
Serenity
accurate
27 upvotes
Emily Martinez
Came here for family and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The healthcare is honestly excellent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
26 upvotes
Xavier Howard
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
21 upvotes
Reagan Richardson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Lakewood. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in legal. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Lakewood. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in legal. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
17 upvotes
Adeline Cruz
+1
16 upvotes
Wesley Hall
Hot take but it's been a really good experience overall. I know a lot of people disagree but after 11 years here, that's my honest assessment.
12 upvotes
Jace King
bump
10 upvotes
Liam James
it depends on the neighborhood
4 upvotes
charlotte_caleb
I'm a teacher and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
4 upvotes
Emma Foster
good to know, thanks
3 upvotes
Kayden D.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 9 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
I've been here 9 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
2 upvotes
Gabriel
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Springfield. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in real estate. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Springfield. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in real estate. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
1 upvotes