OK so Homes are going for about $259,200 on average. What do you all think? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Matthew Carter
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 10 years. Moved from San Diego for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
real estate is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor scene is underrated - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North 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. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Not very walkable outside downtown. And community vibe can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 9/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Jack
I've been living here for 12 years and I'd say I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The dating scene is better than expected compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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Daniel H.
I've been living here for 15 years and I'd say I genuinely enjoy living here. The traffic is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
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Brian A.
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in The Heights area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Nova Price
underrated comment
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Delilah
I'm a project manager and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Patrick R.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Ethan W.
I've been living here for 11 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market is challenging compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Beverly H.
I've lived in West for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- The walkability scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Lillian C.
Bought a house here in 2020 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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