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Harold P.
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Living in Oak Brook -the reality
OK so Household incomes average around $171,123 in Oak Brook. The median home value here is around $867,900, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $2,921/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
Pros:
- Nice parks and trails
- Diverse community
- Active local events
Cons:
- Not very walkable
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Not enough green space
Anyone in a similar situation? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
Pros:
- Nice parks and trails
- Diverse community
- Active local events
Cons:
- Not very walkable
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Not enough green space
Anyone in a similar situation? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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