Just moved to Corpus Christi from New York — first impressions
We made the move 3 ago and here are my first impressions:
Cost of living is reasonable for what you get. Rent runs about $1,230/month for a typical apartment. The weather is great — warm most of the year with an average of 74F.
Biggest surprise: Traffic is worse than I thought
Biggest disappointment: The winters are rougher than expected
Overall, I plan to stay long-term.
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Jesse G.
The job market has been improving lately. Several retail companies moved in recently.
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Jesse G.
If you can afford it, Lakewood is the best place to live. Period.
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Jonathan T.
Downtown is overrated and overpriced. The suburbs offer way better value.
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Bradley B.
Check out the Downtown area. Way more affordable and still close to everything.
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Bradley B.
The job market has been improving lately. Several manufacturing companies moved in recently.
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Jesse G.
This is so helpful, thanks for sharing! We're moving to Corpus Christi next month.
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Bradley B.
I've lived in Riverside for 5 years and it's still one of the best decisions I made.
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Jesse G.
Don't sleep on Highland Park. It's up and coming and still affordable.
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Jesse G.
Respectfully disagree about the job market. In my experience, it's been pretty safe in my area.
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Bradley B.
Downtown is overrated and overpriced. The suburbs offer way better value.
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Jesse G.
Coming from San Francisco, the cost of living difference is noticeable. Groceries and gas are about the same.
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Jonathan T.
Don't sleep on Riverside. It's up and coming and still affordable.
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Jonathan T.
Traffic is the worst part honestly. But if you live near work it's fine.
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Jonathan T.
Traffic is the worst part honestly. But if you live near work it's fine.
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Jonathan T.
Been here 20 years. The city has changed a lot but overall for the better.
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Jonathan T.
Rent tip: look for places in winter. Prices drop and there's more availability.
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Jonathan T.
I've lived in Southside for 3 years and it's a hidden gem honestly.
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Bradley B.
The job market has been improving lately. Several government companies moved in recently.
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Jonathan T.
I've lived in Oakwood for 3 years and it's decent, has its pros and cons.
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Bradley B.
Can confirm the safety issue. But it really depends on the neighborhood. Eastside and Oakwood are perfectly safe.
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