I relocated for work and With a population of 12,341, West Plains is a small town. Homes are going for about $158,700 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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miami_olivia
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 3 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 New York, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The school system scene is tough
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Dominic Jones
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Old Town. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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sacramento_lucy
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Midtown. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in construction. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Gregory G.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Salt Lake City about 1 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are stable, gas is underrated.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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