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You can expect to pay around $871 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 10,490 people. Homes are going for about $184,200 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Reading sits at 181.9 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

Pros:
- Friendly people
- Easy commute
- Lots of new development
- Good internet infrastructure

Cons:
- Cold winters
- Mosquitoes and humidity
- Limited cultural events
Has anyone dealt with this? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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5 Replies

Jackson Gonzalez
Used to live on the Highland side, now on the Fairview side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
39 upvotes
Isabella Collins
Totally agree!
35 upvotes
ella_mama
Used to live on the Sunset side, now on the Downtown side. Completely different vibe. it exceeded my expectations.
19 upvotes
Piper King
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great Indian places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
15 upvotes
Amelia Smith
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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