Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What do you all think? Cheers.
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Terry J.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are pretty good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Evan O.
Moved here from Nashville about 13 years ago. I love the pace of life here. Still getting used to cultural scene but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Joseph Evans
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 25, moved here 15 years ago from Boston. I've lived in Downtown and Maple Ridge, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Can feel isolated
3. The weather situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for retirees. tough vibes, walkable.
- Maple Ridge: 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 Boston, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $50K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. 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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Christian Gonzalez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 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 4-bed in Fairview. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in real estate. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Ava Ruiz
haha yep pretty much
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Leonardo A.
exactly what I was thinking
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Avery
Bought a house here in 2017 and it was the best decision I ever made. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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nashvillelife2021
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 46, moved here 15 years ago from Portland. I've lived in South and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Lots of new development happening
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Limited shopping options
3. The safety situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for singles. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Westside: 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 Portland, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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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Johnny R.
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much established but now it's pretty good.
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Roman Harris
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Delilah Walker
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The cost of living scene is tough
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Everly E.
Hot take but it exceeded my expectations. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Helen W.
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. housing market used to be much stable but now it's pretty good.
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