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Rent vs buy in West Mifflin -what makes sense?

OK so Crime rate is something to consider -West Mifflin sits at 158.1 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thanks for reading. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Virginia K.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a physical therapist, 29, moved here 11 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Oak Park and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally solid - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The school system situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Oak Park: Great for remote workers. average vibes, walkable.
- Sunset: 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 Denver, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$120K here.

**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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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Rylee Ramos
Moved here from Pittsburgh about 4 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to food scene but Hope this helps!.
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Katherine Gutierrez
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Eastside area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Aurora
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