Hey folks, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $375,900 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Is this normal for Norcross? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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William Sanchez
Totally agree!
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Cameron Roberts
haha yep pretty much
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Luca King
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Chicago about 12 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are affordable, gas is tough.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
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Connor Moore
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Serenity Johnson
We moved here with our family and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Schools in The Heights area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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carter_guy
I've lived in Meadowbrook for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- The school system scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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david_girl
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much pricey but now it's tough.
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Kinsley H.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Atlanta about 8 years ago. The main reasons were family and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good healthcare facilities
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is solid.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Cooper Long
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Xavier Cooper
I've lived in Westside for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by community vibe. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Four distinct seasons
- The public transit scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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