OK so I've been here for 18 years and With a population of 81,483, Alhambra is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has anyone dealt with this? Any help is appreciated. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Hannah
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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philly_declan
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The traffic is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Daniel Harris
bump
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Hazel Castillo
Came here for school and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The job market is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Arianna Clark
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the Cedar Grove side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
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Sebastian Ward
I'm a social worker and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
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Nevaeh B.
We moved here with our family and I genuinely enjoy living here. Schools in Downtown area are improving. Kids love it here.
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William
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are improving, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Leah R.
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in Lakewood area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Scarlett Cooper
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Eastside for 1 years. Moved from San Francisco for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. legal is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is underrated - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Eastside schools are better than expected. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Far from beaches/mountains. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 9/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Brooks Richardson
My experience has been mostly positive. it exceeded my expectations. The only thing I'd watch out for is traffic. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Katherine K.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 11 years. Moved from San Diego for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
hospitality is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's been a really good experience overall. The outdoor scene is improving - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are solid. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Rising rent and home prices. Homeless population growing downtown. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 6/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Emmett
Bought a house here in 2023 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Andrea C.
big facts right here
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Cora
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Baltimore about 4 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Active local events and festivals
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Urban sprawl is real
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are reasonable, gas is decent.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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orlandonative2020
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 6 years. Moved from Tampa for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
hospitality is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is underrated - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North schools are better than expected. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Not very walkable outside downtown. Not a lot of cultural diversity. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 7/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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james_papa
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want walkability, then yeah this place is great. But if cultural scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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detroit_angel
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Alice Taylor
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it was the best decision I ever made. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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raised_christian22
I work in manufacturing here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is excellent. Hope this helps!.
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Lucas
Hot take but it exceeded my expectations. I know a lot of people disagree but after 14 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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