Anyone else feel this way? Property taxes are high but you get good services. What are your go-to spots? Any help is appreciated.
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26 Replies
Roy E.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 30, moved here 2 years ago from Raleigh. I've lived in North and Greenfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Lots of new development happening
2. Active local events and festivals
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The traffic situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for couples. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Greenfield: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Raleigh, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Adrian Lee
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is public transit. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Worth doing your research before committing.
39 upvotes
Autumn W.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 52, moved here 9 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Greenfield and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The nightlife situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Charlotte, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
36 upvotes
Isaac M.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want community vibe, then yeah this place is great. But if cultural scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
34 upvotes
Emmett Jones
I'm a pharmacist and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
31 upvotes
Mateo D.
I work in hospitality here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is pretty good. Feel free to reach out with questions..
30 upvotes
Victoria Peterson
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want healthcare, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
27 upvotes
Isaac Lee
The food scene here is challenging. Tons of great Mediterranean places. it's been a really good experience overall.
26 upvotes
Declan Adams
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in East area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Keith T.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Phoenix and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Greenfield. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in education. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Aurora P.
The food scene here is tough. Tons of great Mediterranean places. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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miamilocal2020
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Wyatt
Came here for family and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The housing market is honestly pretty good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
17 upvotes
Stephanie M.
I'm a real estate agent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
16 upvotes
Landon Cruz
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want cost of living, then yeah this place is great. But if nightlife matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
15 upvotes
Liam Morgan
following this thread
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Denise N.
hmm interesting perspective
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Violet Wright
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Eva Gutierrez
Moved here from Tampa about 5 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to school system but Good luck with whatever you decide..
9 upvotes
Harper Gray
I'm a HR manager and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
8 upvotes
Greyson Mendoza
couldn't agree more
5 upvotes
Leo Turner
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Portland 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 The Heights. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in government. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Italian.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Elena Myers
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 1 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Emilia Cox
yep
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Silas Morris
Bought a house here in 2021 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Alan R.
I work in tech here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is pretty good. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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