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Hello, Am I wrong here? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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tucsonfan2020
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great Southern places. the quality of life is solid.
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nolalocal2021
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in engineering. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in engineering. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
19 upvotes
columbusrider2024
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's been a really good experience overall.
15 upvotes
Nova Moore
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is public transit. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Robert R.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 25, moved here 5 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in North and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Close to major attractions
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Chain restaurants dominate
3. The job market situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for singles. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $80K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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.
Background: I'm a electrician, 25, moved here 5 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in North and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Close to major attractions
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Chain restaurants dominate
3. The job market situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for singles. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $80K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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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