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Ezekiel Reyes
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Rent in Sandpoint getting crazy
Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $449,500, which is pretty steep.
2 upvotes
13 Replies
Jose Roberts
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 26, moved here 10 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Old Town and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Low crime in most neighborhoods
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The walkability situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Old Town: Great for retirees. challenging vibes, walkable.
- West: 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 San Diego, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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.
Background: I'm a social worker, 26, moved here 10 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Old Town and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Low crime in most neighborhoods
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The walkability situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Old Town: Great for retirees. challenging vibes, walkable.
- West: 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 San Diego, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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.
36 upvotes
Melanie Kim
spot on
32 upvotes
ruby_heart
I've been living here for 4 years and I'd say I love the pace of life here. The job market is excellent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
32 upvotes
Maverick Lewis
Saving this thread
30 upvotes
Jaxon Ramirez
honestly same experience here
27 upvotes
Jerry A.
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great Mexican places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
19 upvotes
Jack Taylor
100%
16 upvotes
Cora Jones
I've been living here for 5 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The community vibe is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
14 upvotes
Valentina Perez
wish I knew this sooner
10 upvotes
Claire
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is cost of living. Other than that, Feel free to reach out with questions..
6 upvotes
Roman L.
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great Southern places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
4 upvotes
Owen Stewart
Weather-wise, the summers are challenging and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
0 upvotes
Lydia
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The traffic is genuinely decent and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Sunset) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The traffic is genuinely decent and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Sunset) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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