Hey everyone, I've been here for 9 years and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Seven Hills sits at 60.2 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Has anyone dealt with this? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Debra G.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want food scene, then yeah this place is great. But if healthcare matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Matthew Nelson
accurate
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Jose Taylor
wish I knew this sooner
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Lydia Lewis
I've lived in Springfield for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Miami, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong job market in several industries
- The food scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for singles. Definitely worth checking out..
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Jeremiah Ross
big facts right here
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Luke
I've lived in Uptown for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
- The safety scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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