You can expect to pay around $1,192 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Looking forward to hearing from you all.
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Emma Thompson
I'm a data analyst and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
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Miles Nelson
underrated comment
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Evelyn Carter
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 12 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Zoe Green
haha yep pretty much
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Bennett M.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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Abigail
as a local I can confirm
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Jayden Flores
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 7 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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cool_cora80
I've lived in Lakewood for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Miami, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- The job market scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Rising rent and home prices
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. No regrets on my end..
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Jose K.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Emma Hughes
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Pine Hills. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in education. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Definitely worth checking out..
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David Alvarez
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. public transit used to be much wild but now it's surprisingly good.
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Zoe Miller
This.
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Jayden Phillips
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 2 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into running, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The North side vs the East side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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