OK so I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $951,200 on average. Rent is about $2,580/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Roman Kim
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Katherine
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much developing but now it's pretty good.
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Kayden Y.
wish I knew this sooner
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Cora Martin
Moved here from Portland about 14 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to walkability but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Quinn B.
accurate
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Alice H.
Moved here from Raleigh about 6 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to job market but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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sacramentokid2021
couldn't agree more
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Naomi Allen
spot on
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Joshua Jimenez
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Cedar Grove area are solid. Kids love it here.
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Noah D.
Public transit is excellent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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lake_caroline44
been saying this for years
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Gabriella Anderson
I work in retail here and it exceeded my expectations. The job market for my field is excellent. No regrets on my end..
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living_addison29
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. it was the best decision I ever made. Compared to Portland it's pretty good.
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Piper T.
facts
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Aaliyah Scott
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The cultural scene is honestly pretty good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Elijah J.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in West. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Mia Moore
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely improving and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (West) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Austin, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Homeless population growing downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Elizabeth Morgan
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Austin about 11 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Decent public transit for the size
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are developing, gas is improving.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Roman C.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Chicago it's pretty good.
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Liam G.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Kaylee Carter
hmm interesting perspective
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Sarah
I'm a physical therapist and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is tough and there's always something going on.
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Aaliyah Turner
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Midtown area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Asher Martin
facts
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Ariana Sanchez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 11 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Alice W.
I work in government here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is underrated. No regrets on my end..
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Landon Johnson
I've been living here for 15 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The food scene is underrated compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
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