Couple moving to Royal Palm Beach from out of state
Been meaning to ask this. I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $92,382 in Royal Palm Beach. Crime rate is something to consider -Royal Palm Beach sits at 139.7 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Ella Mendoza
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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William Cooper
seconding this
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Bennett Lopez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 15 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Carson Reed
We moved here with our family and I genuinely enjoy living here. Schools in Riverside area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Ella
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 12 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the West side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Aaron Y.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Meadowbrook for 7 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it was the best decision I ever made. The outdoor scene is improving - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Meadowbrook schools are better than expected. 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. Far from beaches/mountains. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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William
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I genuinely enjoy living here. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Miles King
yeah no that's not right
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Naomi Thomas
Used to live on the Fairview side, now on the Pine Hills side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Adam Johnson
facts
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Savannah Hill
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 4 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Dylan Anderson
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Olivia
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Springfield. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in consulting. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Naomi Morris
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is nightlife. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Kayla M.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want public transit, then yeah this place is great. But if food scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Autumn
Can confirm, been here 4 years.
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Evelyn Lee
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Westside. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in retail. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Kayden Carter
Moved here from Miami about 10 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to traffic but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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mountain_weston73
Can confirm, been here 8 years.
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Andrew Phillips
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are stable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Amelia Campbell
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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