Hi all, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 5.8%, which is pretty low. With a population of 136K, Miramar is a mid-size city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Let me know your thoughts. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Jackson Kelly
Came here for weather and stayed because it's been a really good experience overall. The cultural scene is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Madeline
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Valentina Ross
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much growing but now it's challenging.
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Mateo
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Grace Cooper
I work in engineering here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is improving. Definitely worth checking out..
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Kaylee Harris
yep
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Jessica K.
good to know, thanks
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Aurora Flores
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Fairview for 9 years. Moved from Denver for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's been a really good experience overall. The outdoor scene is improving - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are improving. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Summers can be brutally hot. Far from beaches/mountains. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Cora Sanders
Bought a house here in 2016 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Melanie S.
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor recreation is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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Lydia J.
literally same
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Jaxon Collins
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely tough and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Oak Park) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Dallas, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Chain restaurants dominate.
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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Waylon Brown
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want school system, then yeah this place is great. But if traffic matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Lily Phillips
Bought a house here in 2015 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Silas Scott
My experience has been mostly positive. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The only thing I'd watch out for is healthcare. Other than that, Definitely worth checking out..
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Luca Robinson
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. the quality of life is solid.
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Ruby Ortiz
Hot take but I have mixed feelings honestly. I know a lot of people disagree but after 13 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Nathan Ramos
I'm a chef and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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