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Is it worth buying in Oxford?

OK so I'm retired and Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $59,901 in Oxford. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Jace Long
facts
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Isabella
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Dallas about 1 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and my partner's job.

Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Four distinct seasons

Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited shopping options

Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are competitive, gas is challenging.

Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Carolyn C.
Moved here from Charlotte about 10 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to cultural scene but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Julian Ward
exactly what I was thinking
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