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Jackson Young
best-worst
Osceola Mills vs Baltimore -which is better?
Hello, The weather takes some getting used to. TIA! The suburbs are where most families end up.
14 upvotes
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tampa_ryan
The food scene here is challenging. Tons of great Mexican places. it's not perfect but it works for me.
35 upvotes
columbus_allison
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
31 upvotes
Wesley Morales
I've lived in Lakewood for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Lots of new development happening
- The public transit scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Nightlife is limited
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Lots of new development happening
- The public transit scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Nightlife is limited
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
25 upvotes
Jameson B.
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Fairview area are average. Kids love it here.
23 upvotes
Mackenzie Lopez
Used to live on the Cedar Grove side, now on the East side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
14 upvotes
Emilia Ramirez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Greenfield for 4 years. Moved from Raleigh for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is decent - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Greenfield schools are hit or miss. 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. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Can feel isolated. And dating scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Greenfield for 4 years. Moved from Raleigh for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is decent - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Greenfield schools are hit or miss. 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. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Can feel isolated. And dating scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
6 upvotes
Elena Howard
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Springfield. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in retail. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Springfield. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in retail. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
3 upvotes