Hey folks, I'm originally from Dallas and It's a a smaller city city with about 50,232 people. Homes are going for about $1,304,900 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Any advice would be great. TIA! Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Owen
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Greenfield. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Declan N.
Moved here from Dallas about 12 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to safety but No regrets on my end..
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Ryan Nelson
I've lived in East for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Decent public transit for the size
- The cost of living scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Sophie Harris
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 12 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good healthcare facilities
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is improving.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Nathan M.
Bought a house here in 2015 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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