I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,491 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Genesis
thanks for sharing
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Aubrey M.
hard disagree but ok
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Brielle W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Midtown. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in finance. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Landon Chavez
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 7 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Scarlett L.
Moved here from Denver about 11 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to healthcare but Definitely worth checking out..
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Peyton Bennett
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in Lakewood area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Autumn Taylor
preach
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sacramento_greyson
preach
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Miles O.
same here
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Elijah Carter
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Greenfield area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Autumn Parker
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Old Town for 7 years. Moved from Boston for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is underrated - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Old Town schools are excellent. 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. Rising rent and home prices. Chain restaurants dominate. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Santiago
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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Everett Parker
Bought a house here in 2018 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Josiah O.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is underrated in most areas.
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