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Should I move to Timberwood Park or stay in Chicago?

Hey, I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Timberwood Park sits at 20.5 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What would you do? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Harper Cox
it depends on the neighborhood
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Daniel D.
I've lived in Eastside for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good airport with direct flights
- The school system scene is hit or miss

The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Urban sprawl is real

Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. Definitely worth checking out..
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Anna F.
We moved here with our family and I genuinely enjoy living here. Schools in Westside area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Genesis Bailey
not my experience at all
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Melanie Castillo
yep
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Carter
Bought a house here in 2015 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Valentina
100%
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Aurora Ruiz
accurate
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Allison Watson
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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