Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 17 years and With a population of 148K, Savannah is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 13.2%, which is around average. Median household income is $56,782, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Worth the trade-offs? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Kelly R.
bump
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Sadie R.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are solid, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Isabella Bennett
I've lived in Downtown for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Good healthcare facilities
- The cost of living scene is decent
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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sunny_aurora19
Came here for cost of living and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The nightlife is honestly surprisingly good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Naomi
I'm a social worker and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community is pretty good and there's always something going on.
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Jameson T.
Bought a house here in 2022 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Ruby Myers
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely tough and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
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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Daniel Martinez
I've lived in Sunset for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- The cost of living scene is solid
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Definitely worth checking out..
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portlandrunner2021
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The weather is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (East) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
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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Delilah Ward
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Springfield area are tough. Kids love it here.
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