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What BestPlaces Users Say about Austin
Austin, Texas is a rapidly growing city known for its vibrant music scene, outdoor activities, and booming tech industry. With a diverse population and a thriving economy, many people are flocking to this city to live and work. However, as with any place, there are both positive and negative aspects to living in Austin. In order to better understand the experiences of those who have lived in this city, I have gathered a variety of user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, there are many positive aspects to living in Austin. One user, Grace, shares that "Austin has a great sense of community and a friendly atmosphere. People are generally laid back and open-minded, making it easy to make new friends." Another user, John, praises the city's job market, stating that "Austin offers a wide range of job opportunities, especially in the tech industry. I was able to find a job in my field within a few weeks of moving here." Additionally, user Lily highlights the city's vibrant culture, saying that "there is always something fun to do in Austin, whether it's attending a music festival, trying out a new restaurant, or exploring the city's beautiful parks."
On the other hand, there are also some negative aspects mentioned by users about living in Austin. One user, Mike, expresses his frustration with the city's traffic, stating that "the traffic in Austin is a nightmare, especially during rush hour. It can be stressful and time-consuming to get around." Another user, Samantha, mentions the high cost of living in Austin, saying that "rent prices and property taxes are constantly on the rise, making it difficult for some people to afford to live here." User David brings up an important issue, stating that "while Austin is a diverse city, there are also issues with gentrification and displacement of longtime residents in certain areas."
In conclusion, many user reviews on BestPlaces.net highlight the positive aspects of living in Austin, such as its sense of community, job opportunities, and vibrant culture. However, there are also some challenges and drawbacks mentioned, such as traffic, cost of living, and issues with gentrification. Overall, these user reviews provide valuable insights for anyone considering a move to Austin, allowing them to weigh the pros and cons and make an informed decision for themselves.
based on 449 ReviewsGet to know Austin with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Austin
Weather - 12/17/2011
Austin has the best winters around but the summers are absolute killers. The heat last for over 4 months and just makes one want to stay in an air conditioned place and do
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AUSTIN, TX IS EXPENSIVE - 12/5/2011
AUSTIN IS MOST EXPENSIVE CITY IN TEXAS! UTILITIES AND APARTMENT RENTS ARE OUTRAGEOUS. TAXES ARE 8.25%. I CAN’T AFFORD TO LIVE HERE ANY MORE. I’M DONE WITH
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I wish I never moved here. YUKKO! - 9/7/2011
I've lived in Austin, Texas for 3 years now and I CAN'T WAIT TO LEAVE. It never rains here and the summers are BRUTAL. It reached 112 degrees this past August. This year was the first time that I was sweating while swimming. The water temp was basically at 90 degrees. Not refreshing at all whatsoever. The A/C is on 24/7. I came here for work and I'll be moving to the east coast shortly. As Billy Joel Sang that song "I'm MOVING
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worst place I ever lived - 8/31/2011
I have lived all over and liked every place I have lived--except Austin. The air quality is poor. The first one bedroom I lived for 2 years at $1,000/mo became infested with rodents in the walls--which management did not address and they died. The smell was so horrid and the place became infested with flies, I had to move. The second apt at $1100/mo had a mold problem which made my dogs and myself sick. In addition, I was surrounded by cigaratte smokers which made the poor air quality worse. In addition, the people who are from there are nice, but I found lots of mean people--possibly the new influx of folks.
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Austin-Not all its cracked up to be! - 8/28/2011
I was born and raised in Austin and as a "local" and not a "transplant", I am miserable. My entire family lives here, with the exception of a brother who resides in Houston, TX with his family due to his job. Property taxes are high, the highways are way too congested. We don't have the infrastructure to support the number of people who relocate here for school, work, or play. It may seem like heaven for people who move here form really expensive cities, but that drives up the price for the local residents and then they cant even afford to stay here, where they grew up. The weather has gotten progressively worse over the years. I remember the last "real" snow was in 1985. When I say real, I mean that stuck around all day and you didn't have to run outside at 7 in the morning to enjoy it before it melted by 9. The heat is ridiculous. It is getting worse and worse every year. When you cant even enjoy sitting on your porch in the morning without sweat dripping down your back as if you
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Getting too crowded - 8/3/2011
I've lived in Austin now for 30+ years, and now it seems everyone in America is moving here like Ca. Was in the 1980's. The conservative residents have not expanded infrastructure to keep up with the influx. This was a sleepy college town when I moved here, now it's a mess. I look forward to moving somewhere else for
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Hot and miserable - 7/29/2011
The weather here is just awful because its so hot and humid from early June until late sept but the worse months are July and August. You have to wake up so early if you want to do yard work or to jog because otherwise you can get sick from the heat. I wish I never moved to Texas I really regret it so bad because of the climate. But move to texas to be closer to families but now they have move away and now thinking about moving out west like maybe Oregon or Colorado where the air is dryer and cooler. I thought about moving to Oregon many years ago and I should have move to Oregon and I don't mind the rain and cloudy days in oregon during the winter because its what keep it green there and they don't have drought problems like Texas do. Some part of Oct, Nov and March and some parts of April can be very nice weather but april and May we get terrible thunderstorm with large hail and tornado warnings its can be scary. Texas is okay in some area but overall its not a very pretty state
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Austin is ALL ABOUT LIVING, not just existing! - 7/6/2011
My husband and I moved to Austin from the Maryland / Washington, DC area 7 years ago and we're still in "pinch me" mode. We absolutely LOVE Austin and have felt more at home here than we ever did in our own hometowns!
AUSTIN IS ALL ABOUT LIVING, NOT JUST EXISTING! The warmth of the people, sense of community, incredible weather and outdoor lifestyle, culture, diversity, music, beautiful lakes, and hill country... all bring Austin to life!!!! It's a one-of-a-kind, very special city and one that we're more than proud to call
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