My partner and I are It's a a small town city with about 19,023 people. You can expect to pay around $925 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots? Thanks! It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Everett F.
spot on
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Gabriel Ramirez
I'm a physical therapist and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
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Easton C.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is public transit. I have mixed feelings honestly. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Melissa B.
I'm a physical therapist and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
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Lydia Garcia
following this thread
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Isabella Myers
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from New York 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 The Heights. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Liam Morris
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a writer, 38, moved here 9 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Highland and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Limited shopping options
3. The weather situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for singles. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 Denver, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $100K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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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Matthew Murphy
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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Emily
Public transit is excellent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Everett A.
haha yep pretty much
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Addison Garcia
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cost of living, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely underrated and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene 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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Ava
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is decent in most areas.
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