Shrewsbury quality of life -am I missing something?
Hey folks, The median home value here is around $266,600, which seems about average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Wesley Myers
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 14 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Jace Turner
seconding this
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Austin Clark
I've lived in Lakewood for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by housing market. 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 healthcare scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for singles. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Axel Johnson
Bought a house here in 2016 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Delilah H.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Lakewood. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in education. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Reagan Jimenez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 11 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Luca Martinez
wish I knew this sooner
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Matthew White
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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