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North Windham vs Cleveland -which is better?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $309,900, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $309,900 on average. It's a a small town city with about 5,633 people. Household incomes average around $86,972 in North Windham. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

Pros:
- Good job market
- Good schools
- Close to nature
- Easy commute
- Strong sense of community

Cons:
- Hot summers
- Limited nightlife
- Poor road conditions
Any advice would be great. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. 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. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Olivia Stewart
I've lived in Eastside for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The healthcare scene is better than expected

The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Dating scene is rough

Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Everly Rivera
nah I disagree
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houstonkid2026
exactly what I was thinking
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Luke Young
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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