Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are The median home value here is around $142,200, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Is this normal for Wayne?
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Jordan Rodriguez
seconding this
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Zoey Ruiz
I've lived in South for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The dating scene scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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John R.
been saying this for years
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Victoria Rodriguez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 5 years. Moved from San Diego for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
real estate is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it was the best decision I ever made. The outdoor scene is improving - 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. North schools are pretty good. 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. Can feel isolated. Dating scene is rough. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 5/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Bella
I've been living here for 3 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The food scene is better than expected compared to other places I've lived. Overall Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Caroline Richardson
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is school system. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Genesis W.
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. housing market used to be much wild but now it's hit or miss.
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Eli Hill
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if nightlife matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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