Not sure if this has been asked before, but The median home value here is around $821,100, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Katherine
good to know, thanks
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Ian Harris
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a writer, 36, moved here 14 years ago from Miami. I've lived in Westside and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Affordable housing options
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The school system situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Westside: Great for singles. average vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: 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 Miami, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. 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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Willow Collins
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Springfield. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Hope this helps!.
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Nevaeh Richardson
+1
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Cora Jones
glad someone said it
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William Reed
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Ezekiel Sanders
Bought a house here in 2022 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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