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Bennett Williams qa

Internet providers in Union City?

Hi all, We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $2,713 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Andrew Brown
wish I knew this sooner
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Luke Gonzalez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a writer, 30, moved here 8 years ago from Portland. I've lived in Uptown and Pine Hills, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Limited shopping options
3. The cost of living situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for young professionals. decent vibes, walkable.
- Pine Hills: 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 Portland, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $100K-$150K here.

**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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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Jordan Bennett
wish I knew this sooner
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