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Eleanor W.
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Best coffee shops in Pine Hill?
Been meaning to ask this. What are your go-to spots? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
13 upvotes
13 Replies
Leah H.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Houston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Oak Park. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in real estate. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Oak Park. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in real estate. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
38 upvotes
Leo M.
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
35 upvotes
Sadie Foster
thanks for sharing
32 upvotes
Camila Gonzalez
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 6 years here, that's my honest assessment.
26 upvotes
Sofia Alvarez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Seattle and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in government. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in government. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
26 upvotes
Emilia Brown
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in North. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in North. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
25 upvotes
Julian Ward
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
22 upvotes
Sarah Phillips
+1
20 upvotes
Adrian
it depends on the neighborhood
19 upvotes
Kaylee G.
Public transit is tough here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
18 upvotes
Owen Richardson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Oak Park. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in tech. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like sushi.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Oak Park. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in tech. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like sushi.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
15 upvotes
John Chavez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 39, moved here 15 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in Highland and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The nightlife situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for singles. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: 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 Dallas, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $50K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. 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 social worker, 39, moved here 15 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in Highland and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The nightlife situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for singles. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: 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 Dallas, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $50K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. 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.
1 upvotes
Silas Scott
noted, appreciate it
1 upvotes