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Chloe Hill
best-worst
Unpopular opinion about Scottsdale
Alright, Any advice would be great. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manag
33 upvotes
8 Replies
Adrian
I've lived in Springfield for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Diverse dining options
- The job market scene is decent
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. No regrets on my end..
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Diverse dining options
- The job market scene is decent
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. No regrets on my end..
31 upvotes
William R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Pine Hills. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Pine Hills. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
19 upvotes
Willow
This.
16 upvotes
Mia Wright
noted, appreciate it
16 upvotes
willow_chef
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 58, moved here 4 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Greenfield and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The weather situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for remote workers. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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 real estate agent, 58, moved here 4 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Greenfield and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The weather situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for remote workers. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
15 upvotes
Gabriel Ramirez
I work in engineering here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is hit or miss. Happy to answer more specific questions..
14 upvotes
Dominic Davis
not my experience at all
10 upvotes
Everett Sanders
yeah no that's not right
7 upvotes