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loving_gianna18
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Moving to North Fair Oaks with kids -good idea?
Does this match your experience? The city has invested a lot in new development.
8 upvotes
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Valentina Richardson
Moved here from Nashville about 5 years ago. I genuinely enjoy living here. Still getting used to community vibe but Hope this helps!.
38 upvotes
Valentina Turner
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The weather is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
38 upvotes
Genesis Bailey
literally same
29 upvotes
Harper G.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Definitely worth checking out..
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Definitely worth checking out..
22 upvotes
Ariana K.
Came here for cost of living and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The food scene is honestly excellent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
19 upvotes
Jacob Wood
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Meadowbrook area are excellent. Kids love it here.
18 upvotes
Paisley Lewis
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
12 upvotes
Evelyn W.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Lakewood for 9 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-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 wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Lakewood schools are hit or miss. 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. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Can feel isolated. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Lakewood for 9 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-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 wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Lakewood schools are hit or miss. 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. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Can feel isolated. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
5 upvotes
Cora
Weather-wise, the summers are average and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
3 upvotes
mesalover2020
I work in consulting here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is decent. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
2 upvotes