I'm a 55-year-old real estate agent and Crime rate is something to consider -St. Stephens sits at 390.8 per 100K. Median household income is $57,882, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 1.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 9,409, St. Stephens is a small town. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. TIA! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Nova T.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Madeline A.
I've been living here for 13 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The housing market is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Gianna Clark
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 8 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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