Not sure if this has been asked before, but Appreciate any input. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Wayne P.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The weather is genuinely underrated and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Meadowbrook) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Charlotte, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
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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Audrey Gomez
My experience has been mostly positive. I have mixed feelings honestly. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Hailey
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Old Town. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in construction. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Willow Watson
Bought a house here in 2023 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Isaiah Sanchez
Saving this thread
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maverick_walker
literally same
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Emily S.
+1
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Alice Turner
literally same
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Daniel Watson
nah I disagree
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bella_local
My experience has been mostly positive. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The only thing I'd watch out for is nightlife. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ariana Alvarez
yeah no that's not right
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Aurora J.
I work in marketing here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is average. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Christian Kim
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 15 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Jameson Patel
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Italian places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Katherine R.
I work in finance here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is decent. Definitely worth checking out..