Thinking about relocating to Stuttgart from San Francisco
So, I'm single, late 30s, and Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a small town city with about 8,060 people. Poverty rate is 9.6%, which is pretty low. 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. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Let me know your thoughts. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Weston Edwards
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I love the pace of life here.
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Aiden
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want safety, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Quinn Bennett
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 53, moved here 3 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Oak Park and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Nice parks and green spaces
3. Lots of new development happening
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Nightlife is limited
3. The cost of living situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Oak Park: Great for retirees. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $50K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Roman Ward
following this thread
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Waylon Davis
glad someone said it
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Hunter Taylor
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. I have mixed feelings honestly. Compared to Charlotte it's excellent.
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Samuel T.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want job market, then yeah this place is great. But if walkability matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Madelyn H.
Bought a house here in 2021 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Thomas
Bought a house here in 2021 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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gabriel_life
hmm interesting perspective
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Natalie W.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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