Anyone else feel this way? Homes are going for about $102,900 on average. You can expect to pay around $648 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Luna Phillips
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Minneapolis about 8 years ago. The main reasons were family and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Affordable housing options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are manageable, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Evan
Totally agree!
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Piper Watson
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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local_savannah36
thanks for sharing
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living_adam80
underrated comment
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Gabriella Taylor
100%
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Caroline Garcia
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 9 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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