Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2023. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do you all think? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Aaron Reyes
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Cora Jimenez
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I love the pace of life here.
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Piper C.
hmm interesting perspective
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Isabella Alvarez
Moved here from San Francisco about 15 years ago. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Still getting used to dating scene but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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river_eleanor73
Bought a house here in 2019 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Hunter
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I genuinely enjoy living here. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Luke Jackson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a writer who relocated here from Miami about 13 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good internet infrastructure
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are affordable, gas is decent.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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