I relocated for work and With a population of 7,679, Shorewood is a small town. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Michael G.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Chloe Nguyen
I've lived in Westside for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Dallas, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- The outdoor recreation scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Hope this helps!.
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Joshua Phillips
Moved here from Nashville about 15 years ago. it was the best decision I ever made. Still getting used to walkability but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Leonardo Cook
been saying this for years
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Dominic Morgan
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is safety. Other than that, Definitely worth checking out..
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Susan K.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 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 3-bed in Uptown. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Hailey Cox
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Lakewood area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Adeline Carter
spot on
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Lucy M.
haha yep pretty much
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Elena M.
Used to live on the Lakewood side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Naomi Brown
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if cost of living matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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