SLP or a cul de sac in da 'burbs
HELP! Exploring the idea of moving for a job just north of St Louis Park on Wayzata Blvd. I'm originally from Madison WI & have spent the past 11 years in Ohio. I'm very excited to move my family to the Cities, although still struggling to convince the husband that there are days in the winter where the high does creep above -2.
We have a 2 yr old & 4 yr old so schools will be part of the decision.
Everything I've read tells me I've got all kinds of choices for an excellent school district in that area. Here's the other stuff that will make up our decision:
House under $350,000, but really struggling with where to look. Houses in SLP look very small for the price. My sister used to live off of 50th & France & we enjoyed the walking neighborhood feel and close to the lakes during our visits. But we don't have $5-600,000 for a house of any size. (3-4 br, 2 ba). I'm scared of cookie cutters on a cul de sac, but like the bigger size houses. HELP!
So, I've told you where the job might be. Please help me figure out where to look without a horrible commute. I'd really like this move to be to the house we raise our kids in. I want my kids living next door to the kids they go to school with and I want friendly neighbors that might enjoy a cool beverages during a backyard party or an impromptu shared glass of wine after the 12th day of sub zero temperatures.
Thanks for the help!
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