My partner and I are With a population of 35,161, Redmond is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $435,000 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Mateo Robinson
I'm a contractor and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Lillian
as a local I can confirm
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Joshua E.
yep
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Kennedy Lee
noted, appreciate it
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Brenda B.
I've lived in Eastside for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The housing market scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Kennedy W.
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is nightlife. Other than that, Hope this helps!.
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Sophie Williams
I've lived in Sunset for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good healthcare facilities
- The safety scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. No regrets on my end..
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Brandon M.
Totally agree!
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Elena
honestly same experience here
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Isaiah Allen
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Tampa about 8 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Strong job market in several industries
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is average.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Addison Evans
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Olivia P.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are solid, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Jeremiah Bailey
noted, appreciate it
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Madelyn Gutierrez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Seattle and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Midtown. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in marketing. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Christopher C.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in South. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in education. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
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