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Living in St. Leo -the reality
Average temperature is around 72--F, so it's warm year-round.
13 upvotes
15 Replies
Waylon Torres
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 8 years here, that's my honest assessment.
40 upvotes
desert_jose82
preach
37 upvotes
Joseph Richardson
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Meadowbrook for 8 years. Moved from Baltimore for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. engineering 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:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is decent - 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. Meadowbrook schools are average. 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. Limited shopping options. Far from beaches/mountains. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, 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.
I've been in Meadowbrook for 8 years. Moved from Baltimore for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. engineering 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:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is decent - 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. Meadowbrook schools are average. 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. Limited shopping options. Far from beaches/mountains. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, 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.
36 upvotes
Jonathan B.
I've been living here for 5 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The public transit is improving compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
31 upvotes
Hudson P.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want outdoor recreation, then yeah this place is great. But if outdoor recreation matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
28 upvotes
Gabriella C.
I'm a project manager and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
25 upvotes
Bennett Phillips
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is challenging in most areas.
22 upvotes
Luca
I've lived in Eastside for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- The walkability scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. Hope this helps!.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- The walkability scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. Hope this helps!.
19 upvotes
Albert W.
Moved here from San Diego about 12 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to food scene but Feel free to reach out with questions..
14 upvotes
aubrey_mind
The food scene here is pretty good. Tons of great Mexican places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
13 upvotes
Matthew King
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
9 upvotes
Kaylee Martinez
Public transit is tough here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
7 upvotes
Daniel Brown
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Minneapolis about 15 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are competitive, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. No regrets on my end..
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Minneapolis about 15 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are competitive, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. No regrets on my end..
5 upvotes
evan_walker
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in North area are decent. Kids love it here.
4 upvotes
Riley Chavez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Raleigh about 4 years ago. The main reasons were work and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good internet infrastructure
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are stable, gas is solid.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Raleigh about 4 years ago. The main reasons were work and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good internet infrastructure
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are stable, gas is solid.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Happy to answer more specific questions..
3 upvotes