I'm originally from Austin and Homes are going for about $406,600 on average. Median household income is $137,511, which feels pretty solid for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thanks! It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Cameron Gomez
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Springfield area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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river_carter89
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 15 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Daniel G.
Moved here from Phoenix about 9 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to housing market but Hope this helps!.
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Aaliyah G.
not my experience at all
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Aaron L.
glad someone said it
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Serenity Campbell
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Greenfield. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in government. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Piper K.
The food scene here is decent. Tons of great Indian places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Emma Peterson
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Ellie G.
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are stable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Grace T.
I've lived in Lakewood for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Four distinct seasons
- The cost of living scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ruby Garcia
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in East for 13 years. Moved from Raleigh for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. East schools are underrated. 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. Not very walkable outside downtown. Not a lot of cultural diversity. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 5/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Aubrey Morales
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Compared to Chicago it's decent.
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