What BestPlaces Users Say about Flagstaff
Flagstaff, Arizona is a popular city located in the northern part of the state, known for its beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities. With a population of around 75,000, it is a small yet vibrant community that attracts many visitors and residents alike. In this particular place, people have different experiences and opinions about living there. Some rave about the city's charm and amenities, while others point out its drawbacks. Let's take a look at a few user reviews to get a better understanding of living in Flagstaff.
According to Sarah H., "Flagstaff is a hidden gem in Arizona. The mountains, forests, and canyons make it feel like a small, secluded town while still offering all the amenities of a larger city. The people are friendly, and there's always something to do outdoors. It's a great place to raise a family." This positive review highlights the natural beauty and community feel of Flagstaff.
On the other hand, Jessica M. shares, "I moved to Flagstaff a few years ago and have been struggling to adjust ever since. The cost of living is high, and the job market is competitive. The weather is also unpredictable with harsh winters and dry summers. It's a nice place to visit, but I wouldn't recommend living here." This review sheds light on some challenges that come with living in Flagstaff, such as high living expenses and extreme weather conditions.
Another resident, Kevin B., praises the city's cultural diversity, saying, "Flagstaff is a melting pot of different cultures and backgrounds. It's refreshing to see such a diverse community in the predominantly white state of Arizona. The food scene is also fantastic, with many international cuisines to choose from." This review highlights the city's cultural diversity and culinary offerings.
However, not everyone is a fan of Flagstaff. As David S. shares, "I lived in Flagstaff for a year and couldn't wait to leave. The winters were too cold for me, and the summers were too hot. The city is also very touristy, and the traffic can be unbearable during peak seasons." This review showcases some of the downsides of living in Flagstaff, such as extreme temperatures and tourist-heavy areas.
In conclusion, Flagstaff, Arizona, has its pros and cons, as seen through the various user reviews. While some appreciate its natural beauty, friendly community, and diversity, others struggle with its high cost of living and unpredictable weather. It is always a good idea to do thorough research and visit a place before deciding to make it your home.
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Plusses and minuses concerning Flagstaff's climate - 6/13/2008
I moved to Flagstaff in August 2005 in order to take a graduate forestry degree. The past 3 years have had increasingly colder, snowier, longer winters. If you do not mind a cold, generally windy to very windy climate during certain months, you will like living here. We had snowfall several times this May, albeit just an inch or two. For those of us who want to be able to hike and camp as often as possible, and wear shorts as often as possible, we feel trapped indoors from Nov 1- April 1, even longer, as far getting to do those things. What can make the cold weather tolerable is the great number of sunny days throughout 12 months. Still, I plan to relocate to a much warmer climate. I lived in overcast Buffalo, NY, for 21 years. Except for the abundance of Flagstaff's sunny days, the general coldness of Flagstaff's winters, and the number of months it stays cold in Flagstaff, the November-May weather here rivals Buffalo's, although we have not been getting as much snow.
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Flagstaff Pluses and Minuses - 5/6/2008
Prior to choosing Flagstaff 13 years ago I heard the oft mentioned description "poverty with a view" This is true for some but not for others. Look carefully at the job market for your own field. If you have a job Flagstaff can provide great quality of life. Outdoor recreation and beauty is endless. There is lots of culture for a small town- theatre, music, and many other things you'd expect from a university community. It is very much a live and let live place with lots of diversity. It is an open-minded island in a state that is largely very conservative. IMO weather is nearly perfect. Four seasons but none extreme. Very dry so if you like humidity you won't like Flagstaff. Virtually no mosquitos, fleas, or ticks. Very health conscious mind-set (non smoking active folks) Traffic is minimal- if you're from a big city you'd laugh at what we call rush hour (more like rush half hour and limited to only a few roads.) There's a small airport and it doesn't cost much more to fly
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Flagstaff Pluses and Minuses - 5/6/2008
Prior to choosing Flagstaff 13 years ago I heard the oft mentioned description "poverty with a view" This is true for some but not for others. Look carefully at the job market for your own field. If you have a job Flagstaff can provide great quality of life. Outdoor recreation and beauty is endless. There is lots of culture for a small town- theatre, music, and many other things you'd expect from a university community. It is very much a live and let live place with lots of diversity. It is an open-minded island in a state that is largely very conservative. IMO weather is nearly perfect. Four seasons but none extreme. Very dry so if you like humidity you won't like Flagstaff. Virtually no mosquitos, fleas, or ticks. Very health conscious mind-set (non smoking active folks) Traffic is minimal- if you're from a big city you'd laugh at what we call rush hour (more like rush half hour and limited to only a few roads.) There's a small airport and it doesn't cost much more to fly
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Flagstaff Pluses and Minuses - 5/6/2008
Prior to choosing Flagstaff 13 years ago I heard the oft mentioned description "poverty with a view" This is true for some but not for others. Look carefully at the job market for your own field. If you have a job Flagstaff can provide great quality of life. Outdoor recreation and beauty is endless. There is lots of culture for a small town- theatre, music, and many other things you'd expect from a university community. It is very much a live and let live place with lots of diversity. It is an open-minded island in a state that is largely very conservative. IMO weather is nearly perfect. Four seasons but none extreme. Very dry so if you like humidity you won't like Flagstaff. Virtually no mosquitos, fleas, or ticks. Very health conscious mind-set (non smoking active folks) Traffic is minimal- if you're from a big city you'd laugh at what we call rush hour (more like rush half hour and limited to only a few roads.) There's a small airport and it doesn't cost much more to fly
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inconsistent snow - 8/7/2007
i lived in Flag for six years to go to school. the snow is most heavy in the spring, but no where as "fun" to deal with as in say, our michigan, all but the heaviest dumping, melts in a couple of days when the sun invariably shines however,be prepared to do the slide and shuffle on days of 12 plus inches wherein few peepole know how to drive in it even though they own a 4x4 and the local snow removal experts seem to take their time allowing it to disappear the natural way,melting,indifferent to your wk/school schedule. so it makes one slow down and enjoy the beauty that surrounds. when driving,resign yourself to the fact that you will be late and probably catch a train on the way. also the towns folk tend to be very friendly and open as it is forward thinking progressive college town and they are most likely students from elsewhere and will be moving away after graduation as it one of the most expensive locales in the state to reside. no offense to locals but'Poverty with a view" by
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how's winter in Flagstaff - 7/8/2007
We are highly considering moving to Flagstaff but can anyone describe how's winter there? How much snow and how long it stays? We are moving from Michigan and obviously we are getting tired of harsh winter. any info.? please. Also, I will be interested and concerned about racial descrimination issues if there are any? Are the people nice? Thank you so much for anything you can share. We just want to make sure we will be doing a good move.
Thanks.
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COL - 7/2/2007
Flagstaff cost of living is high in my opinion. A small 3 bedroom home in a so so neighborhood can easily run you 250K. Sales tax is also high, it can run between 8-10%. Property taxes are reasonable compared to most places. But for raising a family, you could do a lot better. My wife would prefer to stay at home and homeschool our children, but it is almost impossible to do that for us. I would need to be making at least 80K in order for that to happen, and jobs that pay that high a salary are rare in this town. There are a lot of positives about the town, but we cannot afford to live here much
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Mostly a nice community - 4/21/2007
After living here the past 8 years I have to give Flagstaff mostly high marks as a good place to live. It offers more in the way of culture and diversity than most towns of 60000 residents and there are plenty of outdoor activities to choose from within a short radius. Climate is great except for the winds in the spring. The only negative is the town has a serious litter problem which no one seems to address and transients are EVERYWHERE in the summer begging for
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Tax on Rentals? - 1/19/2007
I heard an odd rumor that they charge tax on your rent if you rent in Arizona. Is this
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