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Julian M. best-worst

Saco is underrated, change my mind

So, I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Saco sits at 105.5 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I overthinking this? The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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isla_guy
Bought a house here in 2019 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Maverick P.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a nurse, 50, moved here 11 years ago from Pittsburgh. I've lived in West and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The food scene situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- West: Great for retirees. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Pittsburgh, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $90K-$80K here.

**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Logan Nguyen
as a local I can confirm
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