Curious what people think. It's a a small town city with about 20,369 people. With a population of 20,369, Portland is a small town. Median household income is $81,944, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 6.3%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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seattle_miles
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I have mixed feelings honestly. Compared to San Francisco it's tough.
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Aubrey M.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value school system, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (Old Town) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from New York, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
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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Ian Harris
Bought a house here in 2021 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Declan Ramos
Hot take but it exceeded my expectations. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Benjamin
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Sunset area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Emmett
Bought a house here in 2021 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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