Random thought, We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $119,093, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $543,900, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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born_rylee41
same here
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Adrian Murphy
noted, appreciate it
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ian_native
Hot take but I have mixed feelings honestly. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Aurora T.
Came here for school and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The cost of living is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Maya Scott
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the The Heights side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Brielle M.
bump
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serenity_chef
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Cedar Grove. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in legal. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
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