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130 discussions from residents and visitors

Eliana M.

Why I chose Toledo over bigger cities

Been meaning to ask this. I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $107,000 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What neighborhoods would you suggest? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to.

5 replies 8 upvotes living
Laura R.

Rent in Toledo getting crazy

OK so I'm originally from Sacramento and It's a a mid-size city city with about 268K people. Homes are going for about $107,000 on average. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $47,532, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of...

0 replies 41 upvotes housing
Melanie S.

Biggest downsides of living in Toledo?

So, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $107,000 on average. Rent is about $880/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thanks in advance! The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast — ...

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Wyatt White

Is Toledo a good place to live?

Hey everyone, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $880 for rent here. Rent is about $880/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Toledo? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Henry Cooper

What's it really like living in Toledo?

So, We have two kids and It's a a mid-size city city with about 268K people. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of wo...

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Melanie S.

Is Toledo good for remote workers?

First post here. I'm single, late 30s, and Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Am I overthinking this?

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Jesse R.

Moving from Dallas to Toledo next month

I work in engineering and The median home value here is around $107,000, which is actually reasonable. Median household income is $47,532, which feels on the lower side for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for Toledo? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or...

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Kai

Honest thoughts on life in Toledo

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $47,532 in Toledo. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for Toledo? The suburbs are where most fam...

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Mason Peterson

Planning a move to Toledo — neighborhoods?

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 19.1%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas ar...

1 replies 55 upvotes moving
Aiden Rivera

Working remotely from Toledo

We're a young couple and Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What do you all think? The suburbs are where most families end up.

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matthew_lover

Things that make Toledo unique

Hey, I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $880 for rent here. Poverty rate is 19.1%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $107,000 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to ...

3 replies 23 upvotes best-worst
Mason Peterson

Best areas to explore in Toledo?

Hello, Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs a...

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Lydia Jones

Career opportunities in Toledo, OH

Random thought, I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $880/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has inv...

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Jesse R.

Weekend activities in Toledo?

Been meaning to ask this. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 268K, Toledo is a mid-size city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain nei...

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Adeline

Best neighborhoods in Toledo

Hey, Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Grace J.

Just moved to Toledo from LA — first impressions

We made the move 5 ago and here are my first impressions: The downtown area has been revitalized. Rent runs about $880/month for a typical apartment. Weather is moderate — about 53F average. Biggest surprise: The food scene is way better than expected Biggest disappointment: The winters are roughe...

10 replies 46 upvotes moving
Laura R.

Anyone work in healthcare in Toledo?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $880 for rent here. Median household income is $47,532, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, ...

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Jesse R.

Best things about Toledo that nobody talks about

As a 10-year resident, here are some things about Toledo that don't make it into the guides: 1. The farmers market on Saturday mornings is incredible 2. Community events happen almost every weekend 3. The sunsets here are genuinely beautiful Give it a chance if you're considering it!

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Elijah Cox

Healthcare options in Toledo?

Hey folks, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $880 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $47,532 in Toledo. Poverty rate is 19.1%, which is higher than I expected. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where ...

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sacramentofan2023

Moving to Toledo with kids — good idea?

Hello, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $47,532 in Toledo. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not jus...

2 replies 41 upvotes moving
Albert H.

Healthcare options in Toledo?

Military spouse here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 268K people. Median household income is $47,532, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $107,000, which is actually reasonable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school syste...

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Hazel Richardson

Raising a family in Toledo — thoughts?

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 5.2%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $880 for rent here. Rent is about $880/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider — Toledo sits at 952.1 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some ...

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Mason Peterson

Things that make Toledo unique

Hey, You can expect to pay around $880 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some gettin...

8 replies 42 upvotes best-worst
Hunter Morris

Best neighborhoods to rent in Toledo?

Longtime lurker here, Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 268K people. Median household income is $47,532, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 268K, Toledo is a mid-size city. The weather takes some getting u...

20 replies 36 upvotes housing
Dennis A.

Is Toledo worth it salary-wise?

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Wyatt White

What I wish I knew before living in Toledo

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $47,532 in Toledo. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, which is about average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 268K people. Crime rate is something to consider — Toledo sits at 952.1 per 100K. Rent is about $880/month for a decent ...

9 replies 39 upvotes living
Evelyn Moore

Healthcare options in Toledo?

OK so I'm a 29-year-old firefighter and You can expect to pay around $880 for rent here. Poverty rate is 19.1%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $47,532 in Toledo. Property taxes are high but you get good se...

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