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Isaiah Cooper
moving
Remote worker thinking about Strongsville
First post here. Been living here since 2011. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What are your go-to spots?
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stl_brooks
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 10 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I've been here 10 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Mateo O.
This.
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Matthew Anderson
as a local I can confirm
35 upvotes
jaxdude2023
spot on
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tulsa_aubrey
this is the way
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Axel Lopez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in West for 10 years. Moved from Houston for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. 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 1-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
hospitality is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is improving - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. West schools are surprisingly 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. Urban sprawl is real. Far from beaches/mountains. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 7/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in West for 10 years. Moved from Houston for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. 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 1-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
hospitality is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is improving - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. West schools are surprisingly 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. Urban sprawl is real. Far from beaches/mountains. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 7/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Janice R.
exactly what I was thinking
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Theodore C.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from San Francisco about 4 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Hope this helps!.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from San Francisco about 4 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Hope this helps!.
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Greyson
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 10 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Claire Y.
I work in manufacturing here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is challenging. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Austin P.
I work in real estate here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is decent. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Charlotte Phillips
Used to live on the East side, now on the Downtown side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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dclife2022
as a local I can confirm
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Charlotte Nguyen
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. I genuinely enjoy living here. Compared to New York it's tough.
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Sofia Patel
I've lived in Downtown for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The dating scene scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. Happy to answer more specific questions..
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The dating scene scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Katherine Roberts
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's exactly what I was looking for. Internet is average in most areas.
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Christian P.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Riverside for 9 years. Moved from Dallas for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. healthcare is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is tough - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Riverside schools are excellent. 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. Limited public transit options. Limited entertainment options. And housing market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 5/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Riverside for 9 years. Moved from Dallas for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. healthcare is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is tough - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Riverside schools are excellent. 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. Limited public transit options. Limited entertainment options. And housing market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 5/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Nova T.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is safety. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Worth doing your research before committing.
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jaxwalker2024
I've lived in Meadowbrook for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Four distinct seasons
- Affordable housing options
- The cultural scene scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Four distinct seasons
- Affordable housing options
- The cultural scene scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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