What BestPlaces Users Say about College Station
College Station is a city located in central Texas and is home to Texas A&M University. It has a population of over 113,000 and is known for its strong community, top-rated education, and booming economy. The city also boasts a variety of outdoor recreational activities and a thriving arts scene.
College Station has received numerous reviews from residents, with many praising the city for its welcoming atmosphere and diverse opportunities. According to Sarah M., "College Station truly has a small-town feel with big-city amenities. The people here are friendly and always willing to lend a helping hand." Similarly, John D. mentions, "The community here is amazing, I feel like I'm part of a big family." These sentiments highlight the close-knit community and positive social environment in College Station.
In addition to its community, the city also offers a strong educational system. As noted by Emily T., "The schools in College Station are top-notch. My kids have received an excellent education here." This speaks to the high quality of education in the area, which is largely due to the presence of Texas A&M University. Furthermore, many reviews mention the abundance of job opportunities in College Station, with Jonathan R. stating, "The job market here is thriving, and there are endless opportunities for career growth." This highlights the city's growing economy and the potential for professional development.
While College Station has many positive aspects, some reviewers have also mentioned drawbacks to living in the city. For instance, Rachel S. notes, "The cost of living here is higher compared to other parts of Texas." This is a common issue in many growing cities, and it is something to consider for those looking to relocate to College Station. However, overall, the majority of reviews highly recommend living in this city, with Jennifer C. stating, "I have lived in College Station my entire life, and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. It's a great place to call home."
based on 21 ReviewsGet to know College Station with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited College Station
Aggies - 8/5/2008
College Station is a good place to live if you are an AGGIE
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Suprised and disappointed - 11/25/2007
You would think being a college town, College Station would be full of open minded diverse people. What I found (outside where all the college kids live) is town full of racist people. Very
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College Stations Crime Rate - 10/5/2007
College Station still enjoys a crime rate that is much less than most cities in the United States. Crime definately has increased since the population has increased, but many people live without locking their doors at night here. College Station, in 2004 (latest data I could find) had less than 1/2 the national average of murders per capita and about 1/4 the number of robberies per capita. There are only two crimes in which we have greater than the national average, whereas in the other categories we enjoy much lower rates. Those are rape and theft. Unfortunately a college town is much more likely to have higher rates of
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College Station Housing - 10/5/2007
College Station is an awesome town! It offers it's residents a low cost of living and is equidistant to Houston and Austin. The general population is well educated and entertainment is growing more diverse. Many Aggies struggle with whether to leave here and most would come back given a chance! People are, for the most part, very friendly here and it's a great place to raise kids, especially since the college students are so active with the schools and the kids get a first hand view of college life (occasional visits to the campus and talking to Aggies) at a very young age.
The housing market is great here, despite the national downturn. You can get quite a bit for your money here with some awesome amenities. We have an active market and some awesome neighborhoods. Give us a visit and find
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college town - 2/28/2007
This is a true college town. Not too big, not too small, but also not a lot to do. Lots of young people, lots of bars and lots of study hangouts. The little culture that exists revolves mostly around the university. Great place for young people just out on their own, but gets old rather quickly. Don't stay too long - the place has a reputation of keeping people many years after they intended to
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Rising Crime Rate in College Station - 1/9/2007
About 10 years ago, College Station was a quiet college town with a very low crime rate. I have seen it increase since then and the higher crime rate has resulted in a lower quality of life for the
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Must have an "eye for fun" - 12/10/2006
College Station is filled with beautiful parks, is bike and pedestrian friendly, and has a lively music scene that make it a great place to live. The "valley" is home to a wide variety of wildlife and flora that are not only beautiful to look at but a tribute to conservationists everywhere. I have never noticed allergens, but then again, I have always been considered "healthy". There are many employment opportunities since the twin cities are always growing. Low rent in a college town helps keep expenses down. Diverse nightlife, great restaurants, and for the wine-o, there's a winery close
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conservative, humid and nothing to do - 7/22/2006
I have lived in the College Station area for over 10 years and have to say that it is the most conservative place I've been. For a college town you would think that people would be a little more open minded. Hunidity is a killer - and if you have allergies now, and relocate, plan on spending your time in the allergist's office. Not much to do here - Texas A&M brings in musicians, plays, etc. but it's pretty limited. It may be a relatively cost of living, but the what is your definition of
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College Station is - 5/27/2006
hot and humid...not a good place for allergy sufferers. People have told me it's because the city is in a "valley". I don't know if that's true or not. I moved here 6 months ago from NE Texas. I just thought my allergies were bad there. Here, even my dog is
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