I've been here for 2 years and The median home value here is around $99,800, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Joshua R.
Moved here from New York about 11 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to outdoor recreation but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Eliana F.
bump
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Ezra James
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 52, moved here 15 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Downtown and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Homeless population growing downtown
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The cultural scene situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for families. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 Seattle, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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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Clara A.
Bought a house here in 2015 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Melanie Ramirez
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. traffic used to be much manageable but now it's hit or miss.
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philly_jordan
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great Mediterranean places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Ariana Ramirez
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is outdoor recreation. it's exactly what I was looking for. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Grace Mendoza
lol so true
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Victoria Peterson
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much reasonable but now it's hit or miss.
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indykid2024
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely solid and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (North) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Atlanta, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Chain restaurants dominate.
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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