Been living here since 2006. Median household income is $142,566, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $2,938/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 64--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $878,800, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this? Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Lillian Bennett
bump
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Joseph Sanchez
thanks for sharing
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Hunter M.
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much manageable but now it's underrated.
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Claire Williams
haha yep pretty much
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Nolan T.
it depends on the neighborhood
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Terry J.
great question, following
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Aurora
honestly same experience here
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Joseph Price
I've lived in Sunset for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Portland, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- The walkability scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Sophie G.
Came here for retirement and stayed because there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor recreation is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Sofia
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Ruby Gray
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Riverside for 2 years. Moved from Dallas for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Riverside schools are surprisingly good. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited public transit options. Not a lot of cultural diversity. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 5/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Brooklyn Wood
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 2 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Oak Park side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Emily Bailey
glad someone said it
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Aria F.
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the Lakewood side. Completely different vibe. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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