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Levi Myers
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Best neighborhoods to rent in Mountlake Terrace?
I'm a remote worker and There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Angel Sanders
thanks for sharing
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Betty G.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from San Francisco about 13 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are wild, gas is excellent.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from San Francisco about 13 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are wild, gas is excellent.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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omaha_paisley
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want safety, then yeah this place is great. But if food scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Austin
Came here for family and stayed because it's been a really good experience overall. The food scene is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Kathryn S.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The traffic is genuinely average and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (Midtown) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Miami, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job 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.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The traffic is genuinely average and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (Midtown) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Miami, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job 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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Mason Gonzalez
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much manageable but now it's improving.
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