By judging from the pictures and from what I've read about the city it sure sounds & looks like a beautiful place with progressive culture. Feels much close to the nature with mountains and lakes unlike Texas. I currently live and work in Texas(IT field). Also the job market seems pretty strong. I am planning to find a job first then relocate. My only concern is the rain and cost of living.

However it's always smart to get few ideas from people who live or have lived there. How expensive are decent single-bed apartments? I def. don't plan to live in downtown. Is weather really like what they say, 9 months of clouds and drizzle? Any suggestions/opinion about the place?