Hello, I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $276,200, which seems about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Kinsley James
glad someone said it
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Natalie Gray
I work in manufacturing here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. No regrets on my end..
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Kayden Wright
I've been living here for 3 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The weather is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Violet M.
Can confirm, been here 13 years.
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Hailey Green
hard disagree but ok
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tulsawalker2024
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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nycmind2020
hard disagree but ok
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Delilah Cruz
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 49, moved here 8 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Fairview and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Winters are long and cold
3. The school system situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for families. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$70K 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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Ezekiel Brooks
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want job market, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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