Union KY??

[LadyBeBop]

I live in Erlanger which is fairly close to Union. My daughter lives in a trailer which has an Union address, although I don't think she lives in the city limits.

Just my opinion, but it sounds as if transplanted Californians are attracted to Union's Triple Crown subdivision. Triple Crown is situated on one of the most exclusive golf courses in Northern KY. It has million dollar mansions, but you can also get a pretty good-sized home on the golf course for around $400K.

Union is in the Boone County school district which is pretty good. However, if you're moving to Northern KY, and schools are a concerned, I'd look into Fort Mitchell or Fort Thomas. Both are in better school districts, and you can get as much, if not more, home for your money.

[julianap]

Good info. Thank you!

I had heard Boone County schools were among the best in KY. Would anyone disgaree with this?

[Wing Feathers]

Originally Posted by julianap

I do worry about the change in lifestyle... weather namely! And things to do, access to things, etc. Are there any CA transplants living in northern KY who can comment on this? Wondering if the change in lifestyle would be too great perhaps.

If you're not too far from Cinci, then you may find places to go to wean you of your home sickness. I live in Lexington & tend to drive to Cinci at least once every other month... to get my fix of Ikea, boba tea, art, and real infrastructure. Other than that, the "change in lifestyle" is something to welcome! I love being surrounded by God fearing people (well, not in Lexington, but the state in general).

[English Liz]

Originally Posted by Wing Feathers

That pretty much describes all of Kentucky. The smart Californians have been jumping ship to KY for years now. We are a red state, and therefore have reasonable tax levels and enough personal freedom to feel like an "American". I can't speak for Union, but Kentucky is a great place to live in general. Come on down!

I have just read a book written by an English guy who travelled through all 50 states of America and Kentucky was way up at the top of his list, not quite at THE top but very much a front-runner. (California was one of his leading favourites but Kentucky was pretty close.) Must admit some of the states did not seem inviting by what he wrote but I guess at the end of the day it is all about personal opinion. My son is l.o.v.i.n.g. it over in Kentucky too.

[JimmyJohnWilson]

Originally Posted by julianap

Thanks for your feedback. I'm really interested in prices of homes in Union. How much home could you get for $400K??

400K? a mansion. you can buy a mansion.

[julianap]

What do people do in Union? If you're relatively young with young kids and enjoy socializing with other families, do people head into Cincy? Stay in town? Block parties? What's the social life like for young families?

[rnc76]

Originally Posted by JimmyJohnWilson

400K? a mansion. you can buy a mansion.

No, a McMansion. But a big house nonetheless.

[JimmyJohnWilson]

Originally Posted by rnc76

No, a McMansion. But a big house nonetheless.

my point is it'd be a mansion compared to the tiny little house youd get in california for 400k

[sally'smom]

Union is very family oriented. You'll fit right in. It is comprised mostly of families raising kids. Social life is mostly kids sporting events or church functions.