Alright, Household incomes average around $126,782 in North Kensington. Rent is about $1,766/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Jacob Martinez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want dating scene, then yeah this place is great. But if housing market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Katherine Phillips
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the Downtown side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
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Skylar Diaz
big facts right here
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Skylar Collins
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Abigail H.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. the quality of life is solid. Compared to Minneapolis it's hit or miss.
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Jeremiah Myers
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value school system, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely better than expected and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (South) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness 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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Gabriella Martinez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 15 years. Moved from Baltimore for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are better than expected. 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. Limited high-paying job options. Road conditions need improvement. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 5/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Hunter P.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value nightlife, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely hit or miss and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Oak Park) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability 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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Vivian Murphy
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Compared to Phoenix it's pretty good.
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Victoria Harris
I've lived in Greenfield for about 7 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 Salt Lake City, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Lots of new development happening
- The outdoor recreation scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Eva Flores
as a local I can confirm
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Nora O.
couldn't agree more
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Julia
glad someone said it
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Ethan Perez
Bought a house here in 2017 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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