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Healthcare options in Natchitoches?
Hey everyone, The suburbs are where most families end up.
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11 Replies
Ruby C.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. No regrets on my end..
39 upvotes
Lillian Rogers
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Shirley G.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 36, moved here 11 years ago from Chicago. I've lived in Uptown and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Property taxes are high
3. The dating scene situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for singles. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Highland: 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 Chicago, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $50K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
Background: I'm a contractor, 36, moved here 11 years ago from Chicago. I've lived in Uptown and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Property taxes are high
3. The dating scene situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for singles. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Highland: 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 Chicago, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $50K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
37 upvotes
Julia Stewart
hmm interesting perspective
36 upvotes
Kinsley Allen
I've been living here for 8 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The pet-friendliness is challenging compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
34 upvotes
Xavier Brown
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I love the pace of life here. Compared to Minneapolis it's improving.
28 upvotes
Asher Mendoza
+1
19 upvotes
Matthew C.
literally same
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Delilah Walker
exactly what I was thinking
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Ella Hernandez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Boston about 14 years ago. The main reasons were work and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Boston about 14 years ago. The main reasons were work and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Happy to answer more specific questions..
5 upvotes
Cooper Johnson
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say I genuinely enjoy living here. The food scene is better than expected compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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