Been meaning to ask this. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Vivian L.
We moved here with our family and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Schools in Sunset area are improving. Kids love it here.
38 upvotes
Kai Ortiz
I work in education here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is underrated. Feel free to reach out with questions..
37 upvotes
Ezekiel R.
big facts right here
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Alice Sanders
I've lived in Lakewood for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Close to major attractions
- Affordable housing options
- The dating scene scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Riley C.
noted, appreciate it
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Lily Martin
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 7 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The North side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Jeremiah
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great seafood places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Lillian Hill
accurate
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Cooper Rodriguez
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Eli Ortiz
Bought a house here in 2018 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone down slightly since then.