Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and With a population of 87,036, Citrus Heights is a smaller city. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs?
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Kayden W.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 53, moved here 9 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in West and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Nice parks and green spaces
3. Good healthcare facilities
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The safety situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- West: Great for remote workers. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Charlotte, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Carter Watson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in West. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in consulting. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Joshua Jimenez
literally same
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Leo Diaz
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Houston about 7 years ago. The main reasons were weather and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are stable, gas is average.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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orlandonative2021
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from Seattle about 1 years ago. The main reasons were weather and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Lots of new development happening
- Affordable housing options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are stable, gas is tough.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Nevaeh Morgan
Totally agree!
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Aaron Davis
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Isabelle King
yep
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Liam Green
I'm a nurse and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
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