What BestPlaces Users Say about Beaverton
Beaverton, Oregon is a small city located in the Portland metropolitan area. It is known for its highly educated population and diverse community. With a population of over 100,000, it offers a mix of city amenities and suburban charm. The following are excerpts from various user reviews on BestPlaces.net, highlighting different aspects of living in Beaverton.
- According to Jessica C., "Beaverton has a great sense of community and is very family-friendly. There are many parks and playgrounds, and the schools are top-notch." She also mentions that the city has a good public transportation system and is close to Portland for additional entertainment options.
- In contrast, John D. states, "Beaverton is a bit too suburban for my liking. There isn't much to do here and it can feel very cookie-cutter. It's also pretty expensive to live here." He also mentions the lack of diversity in the city.
- Mary K. shares a different perspective, saying, "I love living in Beaverton. It's safe, clean, and has a great quality of life. The city has a good mix of restaurants, shopping, and outdoor activities." She also praises the city's efforts towards sustainability and preserving green spaces.
- However, Sarah H. has a different experience, stating, "I have lived in Beaverton for years and have seen the cost of living skyrocket. It's no longer affordable for the average person. Traffic is also a major issue, with major roads constantly under construction." She expresses concerns about the city's rapid growth and its impact on the overall quality of life.
In summary, opinions about living in Beaverton vary among users. While many appreciate the community, family-friendly atmosphere, and amenities, others find it too suburban and expensive. The city's efforts towards sustainability and education are well-regarded, but traffic and rising cost of living are concerns for some residents.
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You need to know about Urban Growth Boundary - 6/17/2006
For anyone looking to more here you need to know about the Urban Growth boundary. a boundary set years ago to prevent sprawl. The boundary is moved when all land in the bundary is utilized. This is creating a tight city and row house are going up everywhere. Most new homes are VERY cramped together due to the land crunch. The Metro area is controlled by a group that wants to create a traffic problem so large everyone takes mass transit and commutes to nature outside or at the many designated parks. If the direction keeps going this area will become a concrete jungle in the midst of a beautiful wet forest.
Oregon rains alot, Few sunny days, National average for suny days is low and has been as bad as not a single sunny day until 4th or july in 1999 This year 2006 is a close second. It has rained and been very cold this year that most residents are not sure we will get a summer. Last year after a late summer, a wet winter set in right away. Our backyard which in 5
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No beavers in Beaverton, it's misleading - 5/5/2006
I relocated to the Beaverton area from Detroit, MI about 2 years ago. I've found that the housing prices have been going up at an alarming rate. I could barely afford a home when I arrived here, and now I definitely can't afford a home. To top it all off I haven't been able to find a job since I got laid off a few months ago due to my dependency on alcohol, which I've just recently gotten under control after a short stint in jail for a minor traffic offense, but I don't want to get into that right now. I live in a crowded apartment complex and there's constant police activity here because of all the rowdy meth-heads that are always breaking into the cars here. The thin walls also let me hear all the suspicious activity they are participating in, but that's another story. I still don't know what the deal is with Aloha. Is it unincorporated? Is it a part of Beaverton? Why didn't they ever correct the name to Aloah, the Native American word it was initially intended to be? The
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I haven't seen any Beavers in Beaverton, it's a li - 5/5/2006
I relocated to the Beaverton area from Detroit, MI about 2 years ago. I've found that the housing prices have been going up at an alarming rate. I could barely afford a home when I arrived here, and now I definitely can't afford a home. To top it all off I haven't been able to find a job since I got laid off a few months ago due to my dependency on alcohol, which I've just recently gotten under control after a short stint in jail for a minor traffic offense, but I don't want to get into that right now. I live in a crowded apartment complex and there's constant police activity here because of all the rowdy meth-heads that are always breaking into the cars here. The thin walls also let me hear all the suspicious activity they are participating in, but that's another story. I still don't know what the deal is with Aloha. Is it unincorporated? Is it a part of Beaverton? Why didn't they ever correct the name to Aloah, the Native American word it was initially intended to be? The
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Beautiful flowers in springtime - 4/16/2006
After living in the high desert of Central Oregon (yes, Central Oregon has its own merits..), it is a joy to see the lush vegitation and gorgeous flowering trees around the Portland metro area, especially in the early spring. The rain can be a nuisance at times (particularly with two energetic kids who love to be outdoors), but take a walk around the neighborhood, or a drive to the country, and see what it does for the
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Traffic & Population Density - 7/9/2005
I've lived here for 25 years. It has become increasingly awful. If you like gridlock on the roads, rowdy and uppity neighbors, overpriced housing, low wages, constant job loss, then this is the town for you! Otherwise, would strongly recommend you look elsewhere. I know that I
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