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Adam Lee
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Best kept secrets of Pharr, TX
Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 18 years and The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 27.8%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 77--F, so it's warm year-round. Rent is about $990/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $111,500, which is actually reasonable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
Pros:
- Close to nature
- Diverse community
- Lots of new development
Cons:
- Rising rent prices
- Sprawl everywhere
- Not very walkable
- Boring for young people
- Homelessness issues downtown
What would you do? Appreciate any input. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
Pros:
- Close to nature
- Diverse community
- Lots of new development
Cons:
- Rising rent prices
- Sprawl everywhere
- Not very walkable
- Boring for young people
- Homelessness issues downtown
What would you do? Appreciate any input. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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