Curious what people think. I'm a remote worker and Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What are your go-to spots? The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Kayden Bennett
Can confirm, been here 7 years.
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sf_logan
preach
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Ella Ross
I'm a real estate agent and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is pretty good and there's always something going on.
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Evan Peterson
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 40, moved here 6 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Lakewood and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The healthcare situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Lakewood: Great for families. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 Seattle, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $80K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific 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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Theodore Clark
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. it's not perfect but it works for me. Compared to Houston it's improving.
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Joseph W.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Hope this helps!.
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Hazel Gonzalez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 35, moved here 4 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in Sunset and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Can feel isolated
3. The school system situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for retirees. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 Nashville, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $60K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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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Eugene W.
same here
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Isaac Taylor
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in Pine Hills area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Bennett
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Sebastian Long
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if nightlife matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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atlguy2023
underrated comment
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Sophie
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Compared to New York it's decent.
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Delilah Brooks
Came here for work and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The public transit is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Henry
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Greyson Sanders
haha yep pretty much
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Jayden Parker
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Houston it's underrated.
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