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Abigail qa

Dog-friendly places in Oran?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in legal and Homes are going for about $130,200 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? Thanks in advance!
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tampa_paisley
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a nurse, 25, moved here 11 years ago from Raleigh. I've lived in West and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Active local events and festivals
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The outdoor recreation situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- West: Great for families. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Westside: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Raleigh, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$150K here.

**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Aria
couldn't agree more
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Jordan R.
underrated comment
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Emma Morris
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is challenging in most areas.
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