Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $82,967, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Jaxon Morgan
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in The Heights area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Paisley Lewis
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Lakewood. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in marketing. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Alexa Chavez
Public transit is tough here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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Autumn Harris
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much affordable but now it's solid.
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Emily Mendoza
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Natalie
I've lived in Midtown for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The school system scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Rylee Lopez
100%
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hazel_native
big facts right here
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Isla Phillips
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Wesley Jimenez
Moved here from Houston about 15 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to walkability but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Autumn Ortiz
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Fairview for 5 years. Moved from Portland for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is average - 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. Fairview schools are pretty good. 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. Rising rent and home prices. Road conditions need improvement. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 8/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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