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Is North Highlands good for remote workers?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Is this normal for North Highlands?
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23 Replies

Adeline Cruz
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is community vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me. Worth doing your research before committing.
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nashville_stella
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from San Diego and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in North. It's challenging for what you get.

Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in finance. If you're in real estate you might struggle.

People: Generally solid. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Asian.

Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Aubrey Phillips
Moved here from Miami about 14 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to nightlife but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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George P.
it depends on the neighborhood
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Addison Cox
hard disagree but ok
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Nevaeh T.
I work in hospitality here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is better than expected. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Colton Collins
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a social worker, 43, moved here 6 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Sunset and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The nightlife situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for young professionals. tough vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$90K here.

**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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.
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Nolan
Used to live on the Old Town side, now on the Pine Hills side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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Sarah Brown
literally same
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aiden_guy
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value public transit, you'll love it. The cost of living is genuinely hit or miss and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Downtown) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Portland, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Thomas
bump
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Jaxon Johnson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value traffic, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely improving and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Highland) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Elena Morales
great question, following
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Kai Brown
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great Korean places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Eleanor R.
couldn't agree more
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miles_papa
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Eastside. It's excellent for what you get.

Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in retail. If you're in construction you might struggle.

People: Generally average. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Vietnamese.

Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Declan H.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a social worker, 38, moved here 9 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in North and Riverside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Close to major attractions
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The job market situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for remote workers. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Riverside: 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 Charlotte, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$140K here.

**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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.
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Autumn W.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value safety, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely tough and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Sunset) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Seattle, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Nicholas Cooper
I've lived in Riverside for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Four distinct seasons
- The community vibe scene is solid

The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Bugs and humidity in summer

Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.
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Easton
Used to live on the Downtown side, now on the Westside side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Weston R.
hard disagree but ok
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Bennett Wright
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value food scene, you'll love it. The dating scene is genuinely better than expected and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (East) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Houston, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Sophie Stewart
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 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 3-bed in Springfield. It's excellent for what you get.

Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in construction. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.

People: Generally challenging. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Mexican.

Good luck with whatever you decide..
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