Hey folks, I'm single, late 20s, and Homes are going for about $124,900 on average. Poverty rate is 18.4%, which is higher than I expected. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Hunter
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Greenfield area are average. Kids love it here.
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Debra G.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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James Patel
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cultural scene used to be much established but now it's improving.
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minneapoliswalker2026
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is challenging in most areas.
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Leonardo W.
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 14 years. Moved from Dallas for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have desert landscapes 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 underrated. 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 entertainment options. Bugs and humidity in summer. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 9/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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