Alright, Been living here since 2009. Rent is about $1,276/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Moore sits at 174.6 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. Is this normal for Moore? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Eva James
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Landon
Hot take but I have mixed feelings honestly. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Waylon B.
lol so true
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Jameson Reed
Used to live on the East side, now on the Eastside side. Completely different vibe. it exceeded my expectations.
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Camila Kim
Saving this thread
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Robert B.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Melanie Ward
thanks for sharing
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charlotte_kid
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a writer, 49, moved here 13 years ago from Miami. I've lived in The Heights and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited shopping options
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The walkability situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for retirees. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: 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 Miami, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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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Clara Edwards
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are underrated, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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oakland_kayden
Totally agree!
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Jackson F.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I genuinely enjoy living here. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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