OK so I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $471,900, which is pretty steep. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Marie R.
nah I disagree
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Samuel Long
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely challenging and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Grayson Perez
Can confirm, been here 7 years.
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Isla Mendoza
Came here for weather and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The public transit is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Madelyn Alvarez
Used to live on the Old Town side, now on the West side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
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Mia Mitchell
The food scene here is average. Tons of great Vietnamese places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Jerry M.
Public transit is tough here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Jackson Morris
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say it's been a really good experience overall. The safety is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Mateo Mendoza
noted, appreciate it
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Mia Anderson
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cost of living used to be much manageable but now it's surprisingly good.
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