Longtime lurker here, I'm a 51-year-old writer and Crime rate is something to consider -Vincent sits at 342.2 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cheers. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Anna R.
haha yep pretty much
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Dominic Harris
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Tampa about 13 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Four distinct seasons
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are manageable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Luna Rogers
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Aiden Diaz
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 10 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the West side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Emmett N.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The dating scene is genuinely underrated and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Springfield) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Everett Brown
My experience has been mostly positive. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The only thing I'd watch out for is job market. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Andrew Lee
I've lived in Highland for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- The food scene scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Definitely worth checking out..
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quinn_local
bump
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Ruby B.
not my experience at all
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Sarah Morgan
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Julia Miller
Public transit is excellent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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phillysoul2022
Came here for retirement and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The traffic is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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