Alright, I'm retired and It's a a small town city with about 7,418 people. Homes are going for about $215,600 on average. Rent is about $1,821/month for a decent place. With a population of 7,418, Red Chute is a small town. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this? The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Lillian Harris
big facts right here
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Delilah
haha yep pretty much
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Weston J.
lol so true
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Delilah M.
same here
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Jean A.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if school system matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Josiah Ward
I'm a social worker and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Emma Richardson
I'm a project manager and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
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Dylan F.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 13 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is walkability. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Maple Ridge side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Nova Chavez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 29, moved here 3 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Strong job market in several industries
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Winters are long and cold
3. The nightlife situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for families. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Amelia C.
Moved here from Seattle about 12 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to cultural scene but No regrets on my end..
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