Random thought, We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $433 for rent here. With a population of 1,112, St. David is a small town. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Lucas
spot on
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Ariana Cruz
it depends on the neighborhood
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Emma Thompson
I'm a chef and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Christian King
literally same
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Sofia Bennett
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Sunset for 13 years. Moved from Charlotte for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2017 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. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. construction 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:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is solid - 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. Sunset 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. Can feel isolated. Homeless population growing downtown. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 8/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Mateo Nelson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely pretty good and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Isaac M.
yeah no that's not right
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Jesse G.
Bought a house here in 2016 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Isla
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The walkability is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Leah
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Zoe R.
Used to live on the Fairview side, now on the Meadowbrook side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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