Hi all, We have two kids and Average temperature is around 68--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,929/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Clara W.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 6 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Richard S.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from Denver about 15 years ago. The main reasons were weather and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Winters are long and cold
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are developing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Matthew Garcia
same here
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Frances C.
Used to live on the Springfield side, now on the Cedar Grove side. Completely different vibe. it exceeded my expectations.
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