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Vincent S. housing

Housing market in Portland right now

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 7.1%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $557,600 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. TIA! The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Elizabeth Bennett
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Seattle about 14 years ago. The main reasons were school and a job opportunity.

Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Lots of new development happening
- Close to major attractions

Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Dating scene is rough

Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are developing, gas is surprisingly good.

Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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