So, I relocated for work and Rent is about $2,422/month for a decent place. Median household income is $112,193, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Cooper Young
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Jonathan Lewis
Totally agree!
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Paisley Miller
hmm interesting perspective
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Joseph Reed
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are solid, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Lillian R.
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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brooklyn_living
lol so true
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Quinn C.
this is the way
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nycnative2021
I'm a chef and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
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Savannah King
Moved here from Houston about 1 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to cost of living but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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William
nah I disagree
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Sofia Hughes
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Wyatt Rogers
hmm interesting perspective
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Kaylee Baker
I'm a lawyer and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is improving and there's always something going on.
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Sadie G.
My experience has been mostly positive. I have mixed feelings honestly. The only thing I'd watch out for is food scene. Other than that, Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Nevaeh C.
following this thread
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Eli King
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The food scene is genuinely average and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Highland) is competitive 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 Rising rent and home prices.
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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Mason Taylor
Bought a house here in 2017 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Reagan B.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 11 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Claire Hughes
I'm a physical therapist and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Jack Moore
couldn't agree more
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Shirley M.
as a local I can confirm
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Evan M.
Bought a house here in 2016 and it was the best decision I ever made. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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hudson_local
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Denver about 8 years ago. The main reasons were school and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are growing, gas is average.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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kaylee_mind
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Avery Alvarez
I've lived in Sunset for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- The housing market scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for remote workers. Definitely worth checking out..
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Savannah Hall
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Definitely worth checking out..
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Violet Myers
I work in real estate here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is better than expected. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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