Hello, We have two kids and It's a a smaller city city with about 35,749 people. Rent is about $2,034/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Maverick Nelson
yeah no that's not right
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Waylon
I'm a real estate agent and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Katherine Johnson
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I have mixed feelings honestly. Compared to Austin it's challenging.
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Cora Martin
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Tampa 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 The Heights. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in finance. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Hope this helps!.
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Xavier Patel
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 2 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Maple Ridge side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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