Jason M. best-worst Dec 1, 2025

Longtime lurker here, Rent is about $850/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $62,175 in Norfolk. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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