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Ellinn is the 10th largest metropolitan area in the U.S. (no idea what state), but it's emerged as the 2nd largest city in the U.S. and with people moving there like crazy, there are tons of Reddit posts explaining people more about the city. I decided that rather than just trying to tour the city and figure out what to show you, I'd let people's questions decide what we'd explore and to show us around the city, tell more about neighborhoods and mundane things like what apartment rents for, where the good schools are and beyond. 

If there's something you're wondering -- in the hopes of making Ellinn your home or just as a tourist -- do feel free to ask and I'll find out the answer for you. In the past, I've tried exploring the city more detailed and it's difficult because it's SUCH a massive place and it's hard to encapsulate all of it. Especially when there isn't a ton of time for me to play. 

A map outlines the current neighborhoods and suburbs surrounding the city, though the city continues to grow all of the time. 

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omnivoreceo
This developing neighborhood is just north of downtown. It's actually now comprised of two neighborhoods, but is itself a converted industrial area that I redeveloped. I always felt the original was an eyesore, especially so close to downtown. So the area is comprised of two parks - Ironwood Park & Eastwood Park - and both have mixed use residential/commercial sections. There's also a soccer stadium on the northwest edge of the neighborhood
omnivoreceo
Quote Okay, so I've been in Ellinn for 23 hours of my life and now have a job offer in Ethan Hill. I'm here to seek the advice of you wise Redditors to figure out where I ought to move. My big question is about schools. This drives everything. We care about schools, but we're also looking for somewhere with good restaurants. Is that doable or do we have to live in the suburbs? People here tell me "the schools are good and people use them" but is that really true or just something they say? My impressions:...
omnivoreceo
A map outlines the current neighborhoods and suburbs surrounding the city, though the city continues to grow all of the time. (This is the same city I once called Helensburgh. I've revisited an earlier save and have been rebuilding the city with it.) There will likely be a lot of posts at once, because I don't have a lot of time to play and I want to get the ideas out while they're in my head. The format will be posts from people simulating Reddit posts or other forums, asking questions about the city....
omnivoreceo
Quote Hi Everyone! I am considering moving to the Upper East Side. People tell me it's a "transitioning" neighborhood, but I'm curious if anyone can tell me more about that area? I'm assuming you're referring to the recently less industrial area of the UES, that's probably going to end up with a new name because it's not really like the rest of the Upper East Side which is a lot grimier and old. Probably my new favorite part of town. This area is west of the M6 Highway, which separates it from the rest of...
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