Melissa A. qa Mar 19, 2026

Hey folks, Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $516,200 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Has anyone dealt with this? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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