Hey everyone, Just moved here 10 months ago and The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? TIA! People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Jayden M.
lol so true
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Jackson Diaz
Moved here from Boston about 14 years ago. I love the pace of life here. Still getting used to school system but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Adam
Weather-wise, the summers are challenging and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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Adeline Mendoza
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Elena R.
Bought a house here in 2016 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Kevin R.
big facts right here
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Logan Martin
honestly same experience here
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Alexa Bailey
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 5 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Uptown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Caroline Ramos
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 27, moved here 1 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in Fairview and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The job market situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for retirees. solid vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: 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 decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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.
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Sarah M.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is improving in most areas.
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Lily Harris
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Minneapolis about 5 years ago. The main reasons were work and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport with direct flights
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are competitive, gas is solid.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Definitely worth checking out..
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Raymond C.
Bought a house here in 2021 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Allison W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Highland. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in education. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Korean.
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