Hey folks, You can expect to pay around $1,597 for rent here. With a population of 26,871, Palm Springs is a smaller city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I overthinking this? Thanks in advance! There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Vivian Bennett
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Avery Torres
Totally agree!
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Camila Allen
bump
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loving_xavier87
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Hope this helps!.
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Matthew Mendoza
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Meadowbrook for 10 years. Moved from Denver for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is solid - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Meadowbrook schools are excellent. 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. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Limited shopping options. And dating scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 9/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Lillian Young
preach
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Naomi Morris
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Thai places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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