OK so I'm a 41-year-old nurse and Median household income is $89,150, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,923/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $610,900, which is pretty steep. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Any advice would be great. TIA! The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Aurora
Used to live on the Lakewood side, now on the Westside side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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denver_eliana
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is underrated in most areas.
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Jayden Bennett
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are wild. You get used to it after the first year.
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Katherine C.
Came here for quality of life and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The housing market is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Michael Cruz
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in The Heights for 14 years. Moved from Austin for a fresh start. 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 4-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. hospitality 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:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is tough - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. The Heights schools are tough. 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. Limited public transit options. Not very walkable outside downtown. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 9/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Waylon Clark
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great BBQ places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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