Hudson A. housing Aug 24, 2025

Military spouse here. With a population of 81,483, Alhambra is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $85,189 in Alhambra. The median home value here is around $812,700, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $812,700 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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