Hey everyone, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $132,067 in Oakley. Crime rate is something to consider -Oakley sits at 118.6 per 100K. Homes are going for about $632,800 on average. Rent is about $2,031/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
24 upvotes
7 Replies
Ezra Thomas
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 11 years. Moved from Boston for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
real estate is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is improving - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Rising rent and home prices. Road conditions need improvement. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 7/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
36 upvotes
Scarlett G.
great question, following
24 upvotes
Sarah M.
I've been living here for 3 years and I'd say I love the pace of life here. The housing market is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
21 upvotes
Dylan M.
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. nightlife used to be much developing but now it's excellent.
10 upvotes
Caleb
I've lived in Downtown for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Active local events and festivals
- Affordable housing options
- The job market scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Hope this helps!.
9 upvotes
denverpapa2020
I work in hospitality here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. Definitely worth checking out..
5 upvotes
Nova Price
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Pine Hills. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
All Countries
