Random thought, I'm retired and Rent is about $1,310/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $267,900, which seems about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do you all think? Thanks! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Angel Gonzalez
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Highland area are better than expected. Kids love it here.
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Maverick W.
exactly what I was thinking
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James Evans
underrated comment
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Isla Harris
good to know, thanks
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Jayden Morales
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Springfield. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in finance. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Carter M.
Used to live on the Oak Park side, now on the Eastside side. Completely different vibe. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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portland_carson
I'm a contractor and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is average and there's always something going on.
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Miles Bailey
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is traffic. it exceeded my expectations. Worth doing your research before committing.
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urban_emily61
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Chloe Davis
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cultural scene. it's exactly what I was looking for. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Genesis Thompson
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Luna Ruiz
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 15 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Allison Richardson
Hot take but it's been a really good experience overall. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Christian Young
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Sunset. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
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