It's a a small town city with about 20,703 people. The median home value here is around $359,000, which seems about average. Median household income is $63,177, which feels about average for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. TIA! The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Sarah Moore
I've lived in East for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Dallas, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Close to major attractions
- The outdoor recreation scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Liam Turner
exactly what I was thinking
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Caleb Scott
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value school system, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely solid and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (West) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Limited shopping options.
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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Owen T.
Used to live on the West side, now on the Meadowbrook side. Completely different vibe. it exceeded my expectations.
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Kyle T.
100%
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Oliver
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. I love the pace of life here. Compared to Pittsburgh it's excellent.
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Serenity Ramirez
I work in consulting here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is solid. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Addison Chavez
The food scene here is pretty good. Tons of great Mediterranean places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Ezekiel Ramirez
I work in engineering here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is challenging. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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