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Ellie P. housing

Is it worth buying in Progress?

Random thought, Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I wrong here? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Violet Williams
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a accountant who relocated here from San Diego about 3 years ago. The main reasons were work and weather.

Pros I've experienced:
- Close to major attractions
- Diverse dining options
- Strong sense of community

Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Can feel isolated

Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is excellent.

Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. No regrets on my end..
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Julia Richardson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Greenfield. It's tough for what you get.

Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.

People: Generally improving. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Mexican.

Definitely worth checking out..
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Jeffrey G.
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it was the best decision I ever made.
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