Hey everyone, Just moved here 12 months ago and With a population of 8,310, Mount Joy is a small town. Homes are going for about $241,300 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Aurora Campbell
I've lived in Springfield for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Charlotte, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The healthcare scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ezra A.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's exactly what I was looking for. No regrets on my end..
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Peyton James
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in retail. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Peyton Reyes
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. it's not perfect but it works for me. Compared to LA it's tough.
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Aaliyah Flores
The food scene here is challenging. Tons of great BBQ places. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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