Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2019. With a population of 171K, Pembroke Pines is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider — Pembroke Pines sits at 203.3 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Kevin M.
this is the way
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Luna S.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Ian Sanders
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 48, moved here 7 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Fairview and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The safety situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for retirees. average vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Charlotte, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $70K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Austin Chavez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a teacher who relocated here from San Diego about 9 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is underrated.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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