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Allison L.
best-worst
Burlingame is underrated, change my mind
Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $168,832 in Burlingame. Poverty rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $2,000,001 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new development.
Pros:
- Close to nature
- Diverse community
- Easy commute
Cons:
- Cold winters
- Limited nightlife
- Sprawl everywhere
- Boring for young people
- Limited cultural events
What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
Pros:
- Close to nature
- Diverse community
- Easy commute
Cons:
- Cold winters
- Limited nightlife
- Sprawl everywhere
- Boring for young people
- Limited cultural events
What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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