Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 11,752 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Tarrytown sits at 485.5 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks! The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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austinrunner2022
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Riverside. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Dominic W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in finance. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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cora_dude
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Robert
haha yep pretty much
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Leonardo James
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great sushi places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Eleanor Williams
as a local I can confirm
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Leah Hernandez
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Eli Harris
haha yep pretty much
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Owen Phillips
preach
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seattleheart2025
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Riverside. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Robert C.
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The community vibe is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Riley Alvarez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want safety, then yeah this place is great. But if outdoor recreation matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Robert Young
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Oak Park for 5 years. Moved from Austin for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
finance is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. 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. Oak Park schools are average. 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. Urban sprawl is real. Road conditions need improvement. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 7/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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