Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 30s, and You can expect to pay around $1,411 for rent here. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks for reading.
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Robert
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 15 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Ian T.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Liam Patel
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 3 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Amy P.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Highland. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Vietnamese.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Henry Murphy
Saving this thread
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Olivia Cox
I've lived in Old Town for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by safety. 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 healthcare scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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katherine_native
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Tampa and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in The Heights. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in legal. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Ryan Diaz
it depends on the neighborhood
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Lucy Robinson
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Meadowbrook area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Thomas Ruiz
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cultural scene. it's been a really good experience overall. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Everett Clark
Moved here from Tampa about 3 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to cost of living but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Ruby James
I work in manufacturing here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is underrated. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Peyton Green
this is the way
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Melanie Johnson
Bought a house here in 2018 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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