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Rent vs buy in Summerville -what makes sense?

So, My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,414/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do you all think? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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orlando_eli
I've lived in Highland for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Decent public transit for the size
- The public transit scene is average

The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Not a lot of cultural diversity

Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for singles. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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