Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $352,000 on average. Poverty rate is 11.0%, which is around average. It's a a smaller city city with about 25,868 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Harper Mitchell
Came here for cost of living and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The job market is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Emily M.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. Definitely worth checking out..
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Aaliyah M.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Old Town for 7 years. Moved from Atlanta for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Old Town schools are hit or miss. 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. Rising rent and home prices. Chain restaurants dominate. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 7/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Aria Walker
been saying this for years
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Eric K.
I've been living here for 11 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The food scene is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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