Curious what people think. I work in media and Household incomes average around $97,634 in Steilacoom. Homes are going for about $594,600 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Dylan Alvarez
Used to live on the Springfield side, now on the Greenfield side. Completely different vibe. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Autumn
thanks for sharing
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Jameson Brooks
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The pet-friendliness is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Hannah Baker
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Dylan Reed
I've lived in The Heights for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- The weather scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. Hope this helps!.
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Stella Mitchell
100%
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Isabelle Smith
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Lillian Rogers
hmm interesting perspective
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Ezekiel Sanders
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Uptown area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Brooklyn Harris
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Greenfield for 2 years. Moved from Nashville for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. retail 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:**
I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor scene is decent - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Greenfield schools are pretty good. 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. Road conditions need improvement. Dating scene is rough. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 5/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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peyton_dude
noted, appreciate it
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Allison Hughes
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Landon Smith
My experience has been mostly positive. the quality of life is solid. The only thing I'd watch out for is weather. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Vivian Wood
Came here for retirement and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The food scene is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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