Just moved here 16 months ago and The median home value here is around $816,000, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. With a population of 4,267, Rosedale is a small town. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Rosedale sits at 213.1 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Amelia C.
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great BBQ places. I love the pace of life here.
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born_lydia42
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Emily Price
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is tough in most areas.
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Josiah
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely tough and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Cedar Grove) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Aaliyah Reed
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is outdoor recreation. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Daniel G.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is weather. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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