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Kayla G. moving

What to expect moving to Richmond?

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Richmond sits at 285.1 per 100K. With a population of 35,551, Richmond is a smaller city. Rent is about $815/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. 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. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Gabriella E.
nah I disagree
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William Torres
exactly what I was thinking
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Leah
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.

I've been here 10 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is solid.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the West side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

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