Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $216,400 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do? Thanks for reading. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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John Anderson
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is improving in most areas.
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ryan_lover
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is public transit. it's not perfect but it works for me. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Mackenzie H.
glad someone said it
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Miles Ortiz
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Eva Howard
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Levi Lee
honestly same experience here
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Michelle Y.
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The walkability scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. No regrets on my end..
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Nathan Campbell
Moved here from Atlanta about 3 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to cost of living but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Luna B.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from San Diego and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Fairview. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Clara Evans
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Old Town. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jaxon Anderson
I work in retail here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is tough. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Henry Nguyen
Moved here from San Diego about 5 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to community vibe but No regrets on my end..
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William Peterson
same here
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Natalie Phillips
I've lived in Lakewood for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The dating scene scene is solid
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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oakland_sofia
Bought a house here in 2019 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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