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Brooks Anderson
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Planning a move to Scenic Oaks -neighborhoods?
Hey folks, Any advice would be great. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
11 upvotes
7 Replies
denverfan2020
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. safety used to be much stable but now it's solid.
30 upvotes
Nora Peterson
I'm a data analyst and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. The community is improving and there's always something going on.
28 upvotes
nola_lillian
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 8 years here, that's my honest assessment.
26 upvotes
Jaxon Clark
it depends on the neighborhood
25 upvotes
tucsonkid2026
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Midtown for 9 years. Moved from Nashville for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is average - 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. Midtown schools are improving. 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. Road conditions need improvement. Bugs and humidity in summer. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Midtown for 9 years. Moved from Nashville for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is average - 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. Midtown schools are improving. 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. Road conditions need improvement. Bugs and humidity in summer. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
19 upvotes
Wayne T.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Compared to Salt Lake City it's decent.
15 upvotes
portlandlover2022
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Maple Ridge. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Maple Ridge. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
15 upvotes