Hey, I'm a 37-year-old accountant and Median household income is $106,074, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Skylar Brooks
Came here for school and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The housing market is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Karen E.
been saying this for years
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Jeremiah
Bought a house here in 2023 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Kai L.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Meadowbrook. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in government. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Eli Morris
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Four distinct seasons
- The school system scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Daniel Wood
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 2 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Genesis Long
Moved here from Baltimore about 3 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to cultural scene but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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