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Lucy James
moving
What to expect moving to Winton?
Been meaning to ask this. The median home value here is around $296,800, which seems about average.
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8 Replies
xavier_kid
Public transit is hit or miss here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Grayson Cooper
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Miami about 12 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are stable, gas is tough.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Miami about 12 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are stable, gas is tough.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
29 upvotes
Luke Flores
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
22 upvotes
Lydia Patel
hard disagree but ok
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Aaliyah W.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 6 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Meadowbrook side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
I've been here 6 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Meadowbrook side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Connor Lewis
same here
15 upvotes
lake_everett83
bump
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Eli B.
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in Westside area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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