Anyone else feel this way? Homes are going for about $276,500 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Andrew Cook
yep
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Zoe Myers
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 7 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Hunter Torres
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great Italian places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Ethan King
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in South. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in engineering. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ian K.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Bradley W.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely decent and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (West) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Limited shopping options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Diana P.
following this thread
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Pamela R.
exactly what I was thinking
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Kenneth M.
I've been living here for 11 years and I'd say the quality of life is solid. The job market is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Kaylee Thomas
Came here for weather and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The nightlife is honestly pretty good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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