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Evan Thomas best-worst

Best hidden gems in Rainbow Springs

I'm retired and Household incomes average around $49,535 in Rainbow Springs. Crime rate is something to consider -Rainbow Springs sits at 510.8 per 100K. Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Jacob S.
couldn't agree more
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Kai W.
exactly what I was thinking
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Aiden
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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portlandchef2022
great question, following
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Alyssa E.
yep
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Donna L.
Totally agree!
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Wesley Bennett
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:

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

Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in government. If you're in marketing you might struggle.

People: Generally pretty good. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: average. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.

Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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