Curious what people think. We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $1,296 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Is this normal for Williams? Cheers.
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Natalie M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Dallas 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 Cedar Grove. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Naomi Kim
I've lived in Cedar Grove for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The community vibe scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. No regrets on my end..
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Reagan Rivera
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The public transit is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Brooklyn Perez
I've lived in Lakewood for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The nightlife scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Nathan Jones
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Lily Ortiz
Bought a house here in 2016 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Isabelle James
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Westside area are improving. Kids love it here.
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