Is St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) good for remote workers?
Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider -St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) sits at 40.3 per 100K. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Caleb Roberts
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Fairview area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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serenity_lover
underrated comment
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Christian Phillips
as a local I can confirm
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Kai Brown
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is challenging in most areas.
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Ethan Ramirez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 26, moved here 11 years ago from Raleigh. I've lived in Greenfield and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Friendly community, easy to meet people
3. Strong job market in several industries
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Limited shopping options
3. The outdoor recreation situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for young professionals. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- East: 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 better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $50K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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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Bella Thompson
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. it's been a really good experience overall. Compared to Boston it's average.
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