Sign In Register
Addison Howard housing

Studio apartments in Shelbyville -options?

Hi all, Poverty rate is 14.9%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $151,100 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

Pros:
- Friendly people
- Nice parks and trails
- Strong sense of community
- Walkable downtown

Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Not very walkable
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Far from major airports
Am I wrong here? TIA! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
7 upvotes

8 Replies

Ariana Parker
bump
32 upvotes
ladude2021
hmm interesting perspective
26 upvotes
Paisley C.
This.
13 upvotes
Scarlett
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The cost of living is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
13 upvotes
Angela G.
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 8 years here, that's my honest assessment.
10 upvotes
Parker Wilson
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it's exactly what I was looking for. Compared to Denver it's surprisingly good.
6 upvotes
Nova
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value job market, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely improving and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (East) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. outdoor recreation is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
2 upvotes
Axel C.
Used to live on the West side, now on the Midtown side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
1 upvotes
← Back to Shelbyville Community