Lisa C. moving Mar 9, 2025

Hi all, Rent is about $1,266/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. With a population of 97,299, Portsmouth is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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