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Madeline Cox
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What surprised you most about Wheat Ridge?
Curious what people think. I'm a 42-year-old graphic designer and You can expect to pay around $1,493
24 upvotes
6 Replies
Eva
Bought a house here in 2015 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
40 upvotes
Cheryl M.
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in Downtown area are tough. Kids love it here.
33 upvotes
Alice C.
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Meadowbrook area are surprisingly good. Kids love it here.
20 upvotes
Jace Stewart
Moved here last year, no regrets.
17 upvotes
Cameron
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 55, moved here 15 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in Greenfield and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Lots of new development happening
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Property taxes are high
3. The food scene situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- East: 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 Phoenix, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $80K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 55, moved here 15 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in Greenfield and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Lots of new development happening
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Property taxes are high
3. The food scene situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- East: 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 Phoenix, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $80K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
11 upvotes
madelyn_mind
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from Boston about 10 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Close to major attractions
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are competitive, gas is challenging.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Hope this helps!.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from Boston about 10 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Close to major attractions
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are competitive, gas is challenging.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Hope this helps!.
3 upvotes