Hello, I work in food service and It's a a smaller city city with about 85,718 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should I be concerned? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Jeremiah B.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely better than expected and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Lakewood) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Seattle, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit 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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vegasvibes2021
Came here for quality of life and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The cultural scene is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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real_cameron38
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Meadowbrook) 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 Nightlife is limited.
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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