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Most overrated things about Middletown

Hey folks, I work in consulting and Homes are going for about $148,300 on average. Poverty rate is 15.1%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a smaller city city with about 50,607 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

Pros:
- Great weather
- Strong sense of community
- Walkable downtown

Cons:
- Cold winters
- Far from major airports
- Chain restaurants dominate
What are your go-to spots? Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Elijah Robinson
Bought a house here in 2022 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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nola_camila
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a sales manager, 55, moved here 11 years ago from Portland. I've lived in Westside and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Good healthcare facilities
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Limited shopping options
3. The community vibe situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Westside: Great for remote workers. solid vibes, walkable.
- South: 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 pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$80K here.

**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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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Jose W.
great question, following
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Caroline Mitchell
facts
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