Hey, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $3,376 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts? The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Alexa Smith
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Ava
this is the way
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Madison L.
hmm interesting perspective
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Isla
I'm a real estate agent and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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Andrew Walker
Moved here from Austin about 6 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to housing market but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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David Garcia
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
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Chloe S.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 8 years. Moved from Portland for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is tough - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are average. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Winters are long and cold. And housing market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Amelia Smith
preach
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Landon S.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Old Town for 6 years. Moved from Pittsburgh for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is solid - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Old Town schools are challenging. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Homeless population growing downtown. Far from beaches/mountains. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 5/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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oaklandmind2026
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Sunset area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Brooklyn J.
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in East area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Mason Mendoza
following this thread
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Santiago N.
it depends on the neighborhood
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Carol L.
Can confirm, been here 6 years.
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Melanie Morgan
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value walkability, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely average and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Meadowbrook) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Nashville, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Benjamin Reyes
thanks for sharing
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Stella Gonzalez
Public transit is pretty good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Valentina Richardson
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is healthcare. it exceeded my expectations. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Savannah Clark
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 2 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Julia Lee
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cost of living used to be much developing but now it's hit or miss.
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Caleb Lee
haha yep pretty much
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vegasvibes2021
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The weather is genuinely pretty good and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Riverside) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Brian O.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is challenging in most areas.
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