Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,778 for rent here. Household incomes average around $79,530 in Northglenn. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I overthinking this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Hazel Foster
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Austin and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Cedar Grove. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Addison Cox
literally same
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Owen Williams
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 7 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into running, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Eva Gonzalez
glad someone said it
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Wesley James
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from LA about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are manageable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. No regrets on my end..
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Savannah Robinson
good to know, thanks
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Mateo Mendoza
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if safety matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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