Hey, I'm single, late 50s, and The food scene here is surprisingly good. TIA! Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Mia R.
honestly same experience here
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Lillian A.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Christian Stewart
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 7 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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austinlife2021
Public transit is excellent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Samuel R.
Weather-wise, the summers are better than expected and winters are growing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Sadie M.
accurate
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Paisley Hill
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a writer, 28, moved here 12 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Greenfield and Fairview, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Close to major attractions
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited shopping options
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The pet-friendliness situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for singles. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Fairview: 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 Seattle, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $50K-$100K 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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Nathan J.
Bought a house here in 2022 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Andrew R.
I've lived in North for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Dallas, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Close to major attractions
- The cost of living scene is average
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Brielle R.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's exactly what I was looking for. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Mackenzie Harris
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Aaliyah Howard
I work in tech here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is better than expected. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Stephanie N.
same here
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Luna Hill
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Jack R.
couldn't agree more
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Maya Diaz
Came here for cost of living and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The cost of living is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Mateo Thompson
I've lived in North for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from LA, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
- The community vibe scene is tough
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Isaac Reyes
I'm a lawyer and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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Arianna R.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 48, moved here 5 years ago from Boston. I've lived in Uptown and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Lots of new development happening
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The cultural scene situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for remote workers. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- South: 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 Boston, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $80K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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Maria W.
I've lived in Lakewood for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The safety scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Quinn C.
yep
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Emma
Weather-wise, the summers are improving and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Aubrey R.
preach
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Leonardo Anderson
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 7 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Adeline C.
As someone who grew up here, it was the best decision I ever made. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much growing but now it's excellent.
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Logan
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it exceeded my expectations. Compared to Salt Lake City it's decent.
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Roman Thomas
Weather-wise, the summers are solid and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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