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Ian Nguyen
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Best kept secrets of Norwalk, CA
Not sure if this has been asked before, but Any advice would be great.
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oaklandguy2025
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Andrew Bennett
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are pretty good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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dallaswalker2026
I work in consulting here and it exceeded my expectations. The job market for my field is improving. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Autumn Parker
Saving this thread
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Evan Myers
thanks for sharing
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Eli Brooks
Bought a house here in 2019 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Ian H.
Totally agree!
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denverkid2023
Bought a house here in 2021 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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thomas_heart
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Chicago about 2 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Can feel isolated
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are growing, gas is challenging.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Good luck with whatever you decide..
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Chicago about 2 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Can feel isolated
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are growing, gas is challenging.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Jackson Gomez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's been a really good experience overall. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Natalie
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jeremiah R.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 15 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
I've been here 15 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Aaliyah H.
bump
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Sofia
Saving this thread
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Chloe
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. traffic used to be much stable but now it's improving.
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Mason
This.
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abigail_guy
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 15 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Eastside side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
I've been here 15 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Eastside side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Henry Campbell
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great BBQ places. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Noah R.
honestly same experience here
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Josiah
I've lived in The Heights for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Dallas, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong sense of community
- The school system scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Dallas, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong sense of community
- The school system scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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alice_heart
great question, following
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Cameron Thompson
spot on
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Landon A.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 9 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Downtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I've been here 9 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Downtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Levi Morales
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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