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Piper Stewart moving

Relocating to Summit, IL -pros and cons?

Curious what people think. I grew up here but left for a while. You can expect to pay around $1,012 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 10,896 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Summit sits at 481.9 per 100K. Household incomes average around $60,417 in Summit. With a population of 10,896, Summit is a small town. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Victoria Peterson
I've lived in Westside for about 7 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 Boston, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Affordable housing options
- The outdoor recreation scene is improving

The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Can feel isolated

Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.
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