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Weekend activities in Stottville?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a remote worker and With a population of 1,247, Stottville is a small town. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I wrong here? The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Melanie Mendoza
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.

I've been in Fairview for 4 years. Moved from San Francisco for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:

**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.

**Employment:**
tech is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.

**Quality of Life:**
it was the best decision I ever made. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.

**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are solid. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Not very walkable outside downtown. And walkability can be frustrating.

**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 9/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Aurora E.
Moved here from Atlanta about 15 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to outdoor recreation but Definitely worth checking out..
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