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Axel Thompson
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Thinking about relocating to Pflugerville from Seattle
I've been here for 14 years and You can expect to pay around $1,856 for rent here.
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26 Replies
fresnoguy2021
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
38 upvotes
Samuel
nah I disagree
38 upvotes
Brooks Kelly
seconding this
37 upvotes
Peyton Gutierrez
nah I disagree
35 upvotes
Elijah Hall
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I genuinely enjoy living here. No regrets on my end..
35 upvotes
Sara J.
Bought a house here in 2017 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
34 upvotes
Kinsley
accurate
34 upvotes
Sarah Robinson
facts
32 upvotes
la_joshua
lol so true
32 upvotes
Declan Morgan
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if healthcare matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
27 upvotes
Stephanie M.
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
24 upvotes
Kai Murphy
as a local I can confirm
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Eva E.
I've been living here for 6 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The public transit is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
20 upvotes
Julia Walker
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 13 years. Moved from Boston for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. healthcare is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is improving - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are average. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Limited entertainment options. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, 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 South for 13 years. Moved from Boston for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. healthcare is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is improving - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are average. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Limited entertainment options. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 9/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
20 upvotes
Sadie Morris
nah I disagree
17 upvotes
gianna_guy
been saying this for years
16 upvotes
vegas_piper
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 2 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into running, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
I've been here 2 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into running, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Oliver R.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value walkability, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely underrated and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Westside) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Limited public transit 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.
If you value walkability, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely underrated and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Westside) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Limited public transit 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.
14 upvotes
Nova Morgan
Bought a house here in 2017 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone about the same since then.
13 upvotes
Aria Robinson
underrated comment
10 upvotes
Hunter Roberts
lol so true
5 upvotes
Josiah Gutierrez
facts
5 upvotes
Everly T.
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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Levi Evans
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Westside for 8 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I genuinely enjoy living here. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - 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 tough. 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. Rising rent and home prices. Road conditions need improvement. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 9/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Westside for 8 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I genuinely enjoy living here. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - 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 tough. 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. Rising rent and home prices. Road conditions need improvement. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 9/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Peyton Ward
Can confirm, been here 9 years.
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Aaron Patel
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Nashville about 6 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Limited shopping options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are affordable, gas is solid.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Nashville about 6 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Limited shopping options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are affordable, gas is solid.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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