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First time home buyer in Oregon City

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Ezra Ramirez
I work in tech here and the quality of life is solid. The job market for my field is excellent. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Willow Ramos
as a local I can confirm
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Emily
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value public transit, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely underrated and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Winters are long and cold.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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