Anyone else feel this way? Household incomes average around $175,781 in Montrose-Ghent. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation?
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Elijah Lewis
wish I knew this sooner
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Kayla L.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Oak Park for 10 years. Moved from Austin for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is tough. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is excellent - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Oak Park schools are excellent. 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. Limited shopping options. Limited entertainment options. And public transit can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 6/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Liam J.
spot on
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Kai Miller
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is underrated in most areas.
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Emmett Gutierrez
The food scene here is average. Tons of great craft beer places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.