Alright, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $1,329/month for a decent place. With a population of 26,277, South Salt Lake is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,277 people. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $390,400 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
Pros:
- Diverse community
- Strong sense of community
- Walkable downtown
Cons:
- Not very walkable
- Lack of diversity
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Homelessness issues downtown
- Not enough green space
Anyone in a similar situation? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Lydia Cook
yep
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Madelyn Thompson
I'm a pharmacist and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
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Hannah Carter
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Cedar Grove for 7 years. Moved from Tampa for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2016 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. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is average - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Cedar Grove 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. Can feel isolated. And safety can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, 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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nycdude2021
Came here for school and stayed because I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The traffic is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Leonardo Bennett
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in The Heights for 7 years. Moved from Houston for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's been a really good experience overall. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. The Heights schools are tough. 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. Winters are long and cold. Not very walkable outside downtown. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 5/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Gabriel
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from San Francisco 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 Cedar Grove. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in real estate. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
No regrets on my end..
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Dennis A.
I work in real estate here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is decent. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Mia Moore
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Stella Collins
great question, following
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Ella Morales
big facts right here
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Weston Walker
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Highland area are solid. Kids love it here.
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Luna H.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Springfield. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in real estate. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Italian.
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