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Commute times in O'Fallon -how bad?

Hi all, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $305,100, which seems about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I wrong here? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Nora Price
noted, appreciate it
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Patrick R.
This.
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Violet P.
I've lived in Midtown for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from LA, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Strong job market in several industries
- The walkability scene is average

The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Not a lot of cultural diversity

Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Hope this helps!.
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sfdude2024
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I genuinely enjoy living here. Hope this helps!.
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Jack B.
I've lived in The Heights for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of new development happening
- The community vibe scene is improving

The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Far from beaches/mountains

Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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