Alright, Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 30.0%, which is higher than I expected.
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Sarah Richardson
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The nightlife is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Gabriel
100%
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Sadie Edwards
been saying this for years
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Jayden W.
nah I disagree
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Willow M.
I'm a pharmacist and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Alexa Walker
My experience has been mostly positive. it's improved dramatically in recent years. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, Definitely worth checking out..
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Quinn Anderson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 7 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the West side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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William R.
Saving this thread
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Jean L.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Aurora Gray
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I genuinely enjoy living here. Compared to Chicago it's pretty good.
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Zoe Morgan
100%
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Katherine Foster
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 5 years. Moved from Raleigh for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is tough. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. construction is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is average - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are decent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Not a lot of cultural diversity. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 7/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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David Ortiz
big facts right here
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Genesis B.
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Asian places. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Olivia
Public transit is hit or miss here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.