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Rent in Merkel getting crazy

Hey, You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Has anyone dealt with this? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Nova O.
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Southern places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Isla Gonzalez
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is school system. I love the pace of life here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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alice_heart
Bought a house here in 2019 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Savannah Gutierrez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Pine Hills. It's pretty good for what you get.

Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in legal you might struggle.

People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like seafood.

Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Santiago Mitchell
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Bryan J.
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great sushi places. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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