OK so We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $1,098 for rent here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 142K people. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What do you all think? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Abigail Morris
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 2 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Justin F.
I work in consulting here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is excellent. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Sophie
couldn't agree more
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Nova Cook
thanks for sharing
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Leonardo Ramos
as a local I can confirm
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Ezekiel Garcia
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Vivian D.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Definitely worth checking out..
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