I'm a 44-year-old nurse and Homes are going for about $875,500 on average. The median home value here is around $875,500, which is pretty steep. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Does this match your experience?
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Claire C.
I've lived in Riverside for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Strong job market in several industries
- The dating scene scene is solid
The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Ezra C.
been saying this for years
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Sebastian H.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 55, moved here 11 years ago from Portland. I've lived in Downtown and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Close to major attractions
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The weather situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for retirees. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: 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 Portland, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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Grace Cooper
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it was the best decision I ever made. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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sd_dominic
not my experience at all
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Jacob T.
been saying this for years
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Carter Rivera
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 13 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Josiah Richardson
glad someone said it
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Victoria Thompson
exactly what I was thinking
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Connor Jones
Can confirm, been here 12 years.
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Hunter Bailey
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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