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Kaylee Sanders best-worst

Worst things about Oak Park nobody talks about

Hey everyone, Poverty rate is 12.6%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $198,500, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $198,500 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,354 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Angel Hughes
My experience has been mostly positive. the quality of life is solid. The only thing I'd watch out for is safety. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Axel Nelson
I'm a real estate agent 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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