Random thought, I'm originally from Dallas and Homes are going for about $137,400 on average. Median household income is $51,815, which feels on the lower side for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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austin_jonathan
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like seafood.
No regrets on my end..
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Wyatt Nelson
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 11 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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dominic_fan
haha yep pretty much
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eleanor_guy
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Springfield. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Luca Lewis
haha yep pretty much
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Joshua M.
I'm a accountant and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is improving and there's always something going on.
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Mackenzie Ruiz
I've lived in Midtown for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Four distinct seasons
- The safety scene is solid
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Urban sprawl is real
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for singles. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Alice Davis
spot on
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Elena G.
Bought a house here in 2018 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Audrey Reyes
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Autumn Cooper
I've been living here for 1 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Aiden N.
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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