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Riley Brooks
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Job market in West Des Moines for tech?
Been meaning to ask this. Homes are going for about $286,300 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Ruby Campbell
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely solid and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Uptown) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Atlanta, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely solid and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Uptown) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Atlanta, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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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Andrew Hughes
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in Uptown area are solid. Kids love it here.
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Sofia Ortiz
this is the way
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houstonkid2025
good to know, thanks
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Maverick Hall
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 3 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
I've been here 3 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Ava Moore
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great craft beer places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Jeremy C.
seconding this
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