Thinking about relocating to Mehlville from Sacramento
Hey folks, I'm single, late 40s, and It's a a smaller city city with about 29,089 people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do you all think? Appreciate any input.
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Victoria Howard
Bought a house here in 2015 and it was the best decision I ever made. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Andrea M.
Came here for school and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The dating scene is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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local_john82
same here
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Cora Taylor
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 35, moved here 10 years ago from Miami. I've lived in Highland and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The outdoor recreation situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for singles. tough vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 Miami, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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.
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Kinsley Davis
wish I knew this sooner
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Natalie Thomas
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely underrated and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
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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