It's a a small town city with about 19,267 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Eva
Weather-wise, the summers are challenging and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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Weston Williams
wish I knew this sooner
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Camila Moore
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The community vibe is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Zoe Brown
glad someone said it
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Paisley
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Midtown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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joseph_life
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Delilah Alvarez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 7 years. Moved from Charlotte for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is tough. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth up a bit 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:**
marketing is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. 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. South schools are excellent. 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. Chain restaurants dominate. Bugs and humidity in summer. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 5/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Evelyn Reed
hmm interesting perspective
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denver_daniel
underrated comment
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Isaac
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much pricey but now it's hit or miss.
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