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Evelyn W.
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Living in St. Johnsbury -the reality
Random thought, What are your go-to spots? People here are genuinely friendly, not just s
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Logan B.
I've lived in West for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of new development happening
- The walkability scene is tough
The downsides:
- Limited shopping options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for families. Good luck with whatever you decide..
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of new development happening
- The walkability scene is tough
The downsides:
- Limited shopping options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for families. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Adam Green
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
34 upvotes
Adeline C.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are hit or miss, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Katherine Thomas
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much developing but now it's improving.
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Hazel Gray
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great farm-to-table places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Keith H.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Lakewood. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in consulting. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Lakewood. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in consulting. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Carson Rodriguez
I'm a chef and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is improving and there's always something going on.
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Willie M.
I'm a physical therapist and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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emma_guy
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 25, moved here 8 years ago from Denver. I've lived in South and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Lots of new development happening
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 healthcare situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for retirees. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Westside: 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 Denver, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 25, moved here 8 years ago from Denver. I've lived in South and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Lots of new development happening
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 healthcare situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for retirees. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Westside: 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 Denver, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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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Chloe Phillips
I've lived in West for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of new development happening
- The cultural scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of new development happening
- The cultural scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Ralph S.
Came here for family and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The cost of living is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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desert_chloe70
same here
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