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Ian Lee
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Freelancing from Perrysburg -experience?
Not sure if this has been asked before, but My family moved here when I was a kid.
9 upvotes
26 Replies
Emmett R.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 38, moved here 9 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Midtown and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Limited shopping options
3. The traffic situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Midtown: Great for remote workers. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $60K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 38, moved here 9 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Midtown and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Limited shopping options
3. The traffic situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Midtown: Great for remote workers. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $60K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
39 upvotes
Melanie
hard disagree but ok
37 upvotes
Violet P.
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much established but now it's improving.
35 upvotes
Jacob A.
accurate
35 upvotes
Brielle Reyes
literally same
34 upvotes
Adam Green
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great Indian places. it's not perfect but it works for me.
33 upvotes
Bella Mitchell
The food scene here is average. Tons of great farm-to-table places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
32 upvotes
Kathleen L.
This.
31 upvotes
Gabriel Smith
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
30 upvotes
Zoe Garcia
+1
23 upvotes
Sophia
yep
23 upvotes
Isla J.
good to know, thanks
20 upvotes
Nova King
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
20 upvotes
Brielle Castillo
Weather-wise, the summers are better than expected and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
18 upvotes
Christine D.
big facts right here
18 upvotes
Lydia Baker
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are wild. You get used to it after the first year.
17 upvotes
Elena G.
seconding this
11 upvotes
Daniel Nelson
thanks for sharing
9 upvotes
Cooper
great question, following
7 upvotes
Aria Kim
Moved here from Pittsburgh about 9 years ago. I love the pace of life here. Still getting used to public transit but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
6 upvotes
Audrey Adams
yep
6 upvotes
oaklandgirl2022
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much developing but now it's average.
5 upvotes
Riley
spot on
4 upvotes
Kinsley James
This.
2 upvotes
Mateo W.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Westside for 11 years. Moved from Pittsburgh for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2023 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:**
tech is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is excellent - 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. Westside schools are underrated. 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. Can feel isolated. Homeless population growing downtown. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Westside for 11 years. Moved from Pittsburgh for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2023 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:**
tech is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is excellent - 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. Westside schools are underrated. 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. Can feel isolated. Homeless population growing downtown. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
1 upvotes
Kaylee Walker
it depends on the neighborhood
1 upvotes