First post here. I'm a college student here and Average temperature is around 74--F, so it's warm year-round. Rent is about $1,017/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Would love some local perspective. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Julia
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in South. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Owen Johnson
100%
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Ronald T.
I've lived in Downtown for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- The school system scene is decent
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Definitely worth checking out..
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Angel W.
following this thread
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Luca James
Bought a house here in 2023 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Skylar Long
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is school system. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Aaron White
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much growing but now it's solid.
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Kayden Brooks
exactly what I was thinking
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sunny_zoey4
As someone who grew up here, it was the best decision I ever made. A lot has changed in the past few years though. nightlife used to be much competitive but now it's pretty good.
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