zinzen Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 So my wife and I are thinking about moving out west, and since a large percent of you fellow veg lovers are from this area I have a few questions.1. What is the cost of living, apartments, food, taxes, ect.2. Who has information on Oregons Massage Therapy laws and license policies.3. What is the general availability of jobs in this feild, or in general.4. What the heck is winter like there, cause it is horrible here in the Cleveland world.5. One of the most important, does it kick ass there or what?Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zinzen Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 no one has any answers for me? lame Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pelicanAndrew Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Well i've heard that portland can be very expensive, but you can always find good deals in even the most expensive cities to live in. Hood River is super beautiful and even though it gets pretty touristy, it isn't cheap or gaudy. I've only been to Oregon once but I love it. I may even consider living there eventually because the music scene in the pacific northwest area is actually pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdarthveganx Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Portland is def NOT expensive. In a crappy area you can get a 2 bedroom for $550-$700 In a so so area you can get a 2 bedroom apt for $700-$900 In a good area 2 bedroom goes for $800-$1000 Great area $900-$1200 for a 2 bedroom. Lotus would be the best one to ask about massage therapy laws. Also studios and 1 bedrooms can be had for pretty darn cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdarthveganx Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Portland is also one of my fav places to be. The weather in the winter is Rain, rain and more rain. But its a pretty mild climate. Doesn't get too cold. Average in the winter is upper 40's low 50's. I love it here, moved here 3 years ago from Cali. Oh and did I mention the food? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pink Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 What about Apartment prices? Some people who would want to move to Portland would probably prefer an Apartment( Especially if there single ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 What about Apartment prices? Some people who would want to move to Portland would probably prefer an Apartment( Especially if there single ) xdarthveganx just said what they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdarthveganx Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 High income tax & property tax. But its a progressive tax system and there is no sales tax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Man, that all sounds really cheap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjohanx Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Man, that all sounds really cheap I was just about to say the same Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pink Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 What about Apartment prices? Some people who would want to move to Portland would probably prefer an Apartment( Especially if there single ) xdarthveganx just said what they are. Oh damn. I didn't catch that. Thanks. The prices were for a two bedroom. So I'm sure( Hopefully ) that a one bedroom( Or a studio which would be what I'd prefer ) would be relatively cheaper. I'm still weighing put my options of where I shall move once the time comes. Currently it's between Portland or the L.A. Area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bella Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Pros: Vegan foodGreat farmers marketsBike friendlyPedestrian friendly (I've been one for 9 years)Mostly good public transitMany bars and local breweries...great for beer enthusiastsMost strip clubs per capita!Lovely weather...summer isn't too hot usually & winter is cold and rainy. All gas stations are full service. Self serve is not allowed.It's somewhat reasonable for rent depending on where you want to live. (Although, if I moved out of my apartment now and tried to move back in my rent would go up about $200)No sales tax! Cons:Dating is abysmal, but you don't need to worry about that. It's a bit smallHigh income taxSmelly peopleFlakiness. Seriously, I don't know why so many people here are that way. Stoned? Overall, it's a pretty good place to live. I was reminded of that today as I strolled back from the farmers market and filled my fridge with much deliciousness. I recommend going for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pelicanAndrew Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Portland is def NOT expensive. In a crappy area you can get a 2 bedroom for $550-$700 In a so so area you can get a 2 bedroom apt for $700-$900 In a good area 2 bedroom goes for $800-$1000 Great area $900-$1200 for a 2 bedroom. Lotus would be the best one to ask about massage therapy laws. Also studios and 1 bedrooms can be had for pretty darn cheap. Wow, cheaper than Chicago is! Guess things have changed. I remember just a few years ago Portland was wayyy more expensive than Chicago! What about Apartment prices? Some people who would want to move to Portland would probably prefer an Apartment( Especially if there single ) xdarthveganx just said what they are. Oh damn. I didn't catch that. Thanks. The prices were for a two bedroom. So I'm sure( Hopefully ) that a one bedroom( Or a studio which would be what I'd prefer ) would be relatively cheaper. I'm still weighing put my options of where I shall move once the time comes. Currently it's between Portland or the L.A. Area. I personally would never move to L.A. even if someone paid me to. Just not my cup of tea. It's fun to visit though, that's for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 no one has any answers for me? lame The forum is always quieter on the weekends We'll continue to get more PDX info to you soon. PDX is a great place to live and we have an awesome growing veg community as well! All the best....maybe see you and train with you soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zinzen Posted August 10, 2008 Author Share Posted August 10, 2008 thank you all very much, and please keep it up, the more info the better.and rob arnt you a graduate of massage scholl in this state, any info on the laws man, i see you guys need 500 hours and a written and practical.and i know the state excepts the national cert, i just need specifics, like availability of oppertunities in this feild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Hey buddy, I was never licensed in Oregon. I went to school in Utah, worked in Arizona and the Caribbean. lotus on the forum just finished massage school in Oregon about a year ago and has been working in Portland since. She is a good friend of mine so I could see if she could let you know the details...or try sending her a pm. She rocks! I'm off to bed but I'll catch up with Oregon info soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zinzen Posted August 10, 2008 Author Share Posted August 10, 2008 yeah i would really appreciate that man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdarthveganx Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Wow, cheaper than Chicago is! Guess things have changed. I remember just a few years ago Portland was wayyy more expensive than Chicago! Not to argue, but this just isn't true. 2 years ago it was cheaper than it is today. My 2 bedroom in the burbs 2 1/2 years ago was $690. It was a brand new building. I saw plenty of 2 bedrooms during that time in the burbs for $475-$525 Obviously in the city is more, but the prices were def lower 2 years ago then they are today. There are some neighborhoods that are higher than the prices I listed but not many. Particularly the pearl district is higher, but seeing as I don't know anyone under 30 that would actually want to live there I didn't bother listing that. I live in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Portland (especially for vegans) and 2 bedrooms are easily found between $900 and $1300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pelicanAndrew Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Wow, cheaper than Chicago is! Guess things have changed. I remember just a few years ago Portland was wayyy more expensive than Chicago! Not to argue, but this just isn't true. 2 years ago it was cheaper than it is today. My 2 bedroom in the burbs 2 1/2 years ago was $690. It was a brand new building. I saw plenty of 2 bedrooms during that time in the burbs for $475-$525 Obviously in the city is more, but the prices were def lower 2 years ago then they are today. There are some neighborhoods that are higher than the prices I listed but not many. Particularly the pearl district is higher, but seeing as I don't know anyone under 30 that would actually want to live there I didn't bother listing that. I live in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Portland (especially for vegans) and 2 bedrooms are easily found between $900 and $1300. I'm sure the prices were lower, but comparatively it was up there with Chicago. I'd say that it seems to be pretty reasonable compared to Chicago nowadays. A good two bed in a good neighborhood in Chicago can get up to be 1600 bucks. MORE if you're downtown unless you have a deal with a college. I'd probably live in the city if I could find a studio for as cheap as I bet it can get in Portland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Pros: [...] Cons:Dating is abysmal, but you don't need to worry about that. [...]Smelly peopleFlakiness. Seriously, I don't know why so many people here are that way. Stoned?[...] I've seen some flakiness in my time. And I've ridden the bus so I know bout the folks who aren't so fresh. But I'm really curious about your take on the dating... abysmal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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