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Genesis Kim
moving
Considering Belmont vs Sacramento -help me decide
Anyone else feel this way? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Emma Thompson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Boston about 9 years ago. The main reasons were work and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are pricey, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Boston about 9 years ago. The main reasons were work and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are pricey, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jose R.
hmm interesting perspective
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Adam M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 2 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
I've been here 2 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Riley Diaz
thanks for sharing
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