Hey everyone, Military spouse here. With a population of 1,033, Robert Lee is a small town. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Anyone in a similar situation? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Benjamin Reed
Moved here from San Diego about 10 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to healthcare but Hope this helps!.
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Mason Price
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in East area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Oliver Stewart
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 11 years. Moved from Minneapolis for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are decent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Road conditions need improvement. And public transit can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 7/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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aurora_native
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are improving, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Patricia W.
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. weather used to be much wild but now it's surprisingly good.
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Bennett Perez
I've lived in South for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Good airport with direct flights
- The job market scene is tough
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Hope this helps!.
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Gianna Rivera
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 2 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is underrated.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Cedar Grove side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Arianna Carter
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Riverside. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Nova Brooks
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is tough in most areas.
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