Been living here since 2022. You can expect to pay around $1,201 for rent here. Poverty rate is 10.9%, which is around average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Genesis
Bought a house here in 2017 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Henry R.
Moved here from Pittsburgh about 11 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to traffic but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Bruce G.
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Dominic Myers
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Meadowbrook. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Alice
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 5 years. Moved from Miami for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is tough. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are challenging. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Rising rent and home prices. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 9/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Aaliyah Long
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is solid in most areas.
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