Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and Homes are going for about $185,400 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Naomi
I'm a chef and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is average and there's always something going on.
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Michael P.
My experience has been mostly positive. it's been a really good experience overall. The only thing I'd watch out for is traffic. Other than that, No regrets on my end..
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Andrew Kim
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Old Town for 11 years. Moved from Denver for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. 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 1-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. retail is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. 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. Old Town schools are underrated. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Can feel isolated. And housing market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 8/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Jose Bennett
As someone who grew up here, it exceeded my expectations. A lot has changed in the past few years though. traffic used to be much developing but now it's average.
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Audrey Wilson
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The job market is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Susan E.
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 3 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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