Hey folks, Been living here since 2005. Any advice would be great. TIA! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Violet Diaz
I'm a accountant and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Ralph S.
Bought a house here in 2017 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Isaac C.
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much affordable but now it's hit or miss.
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minneapolis_asher
I've been living here for 8 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The walkability is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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mason_kid
The food scene here is pretty good. Tons of great Thai places. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Naomi Martin
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Jack Patel
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Meadowbrook. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in retail. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Nicholas Mendoza
same here
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Robert P.
I work in tech here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is underrated. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Avery Nelson
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 28, moved here 5 years ago from Austin. I've lived in East and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good schools in most areas
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. Property taxes are high
2. Limited shopping options
3. The healthcare situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- East: Great for retirees. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: 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 Austin, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$90K 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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