Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and Average temperature is around 64--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a small town city with about 14,138 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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river_declan96
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 15 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the community vibe is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is underrated.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Cedar Grove side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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born_aubrey41
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's been a really good experience overall. Definitely worth checking out..
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Jeremiah C.
facts
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Waylon Williams
Public transit is hit or miss here. You'll probably need a car for most things. the quality of life is solid.
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Bella Hall
I've lived in Midtown for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of new development happening
- The public transit scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for families. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Miles L.
good to know, thanks
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Cameron Harris
I work in finance here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is excellent. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Scarlett M.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it was the best decision I ever made. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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raleigh_elijah
Weather-wise, the summers are pretty good and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Emma Foster
Came here for family and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The housing market is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Thomas Jimenez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Aaron Campbell
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 7 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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