Random thought, We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -West Lealman sits at 258.4 per 100K. Homes are going for about $162,800 on average. Household incomes average around $48,965 in West Lealman. With a population of 15,560, West Lealman is a small town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Emma Johnson
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 48, moved here 1 years ago from Raleigh. I've lived in East and Pine Hills, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Rising rent and home prices
3. The dating scene situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- East: Great for couples. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Pine Hills: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Raleigh, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Emily Gomez
Came here for quality of life and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The nightlife is honestly pretty good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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