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Evan Reyes
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Things Portland needs to improve
Longtime lurker here, What neighborhoods would you suggest? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Connor Ross
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in Uptown area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Levi Bailey
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 1 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
I've been here 1 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Parker Watson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely solid and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Downtown) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Tampa, be prepared for the culture shock. weather is completely different here. And Homeless population growing downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely solid and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Downtown) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Tampa, be prepared for the culture shock. weather is completely different here. And Homeless population growing downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Aaron Davis
accurate
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Miles P.
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Lakewood area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Cooper Jimenez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Tampa about 11 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Tampa about 11 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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