Median household income is $168,091, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,617 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Axel Cruz
Used to live on the Eastside side, now on the North side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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Aiden Mitchell
hmm interesting perspective
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Isaiah Walker
haha yep pretty much
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Bella
underrated comment
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la_luna
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 3 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Nevaeh C.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Genesis
same here
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Evan Gonzalez
seconding this
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Vivian M.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Midtown for 8 years. Moved from Boston for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. tech is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor scene is solid - we have national forests 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 challenging. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Homeless population growing downtown. And job market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 5/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Natalie
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want healthcare, then yeah this place is great. But if outdoor recreation matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Grace Ramos
I've lived in Midtown for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Close to major attractions
- The school system scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Summers can be brutally hot
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for families. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Emilia Ramirez
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Denver it's hit or miss.
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