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Avery Chavez
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Housing market in Delano right now
Anyone else feel this way? Is this normal for Delano?
21 upvotes
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Adrian Jones
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
30 upvotes
Carter Wilson
Moved here from San Diego about 11 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to public transit but Happy to answer more specific questions..
27 upvotes
Christian W.
Came here for retirement and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The healthcare is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
21 upvotes
Genesis M.
Came here for retirement and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The outdoor recreation is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
20 upvotes
Alyssa C.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 2 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
I've been here 2 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
18 upvotes
Jordan G.
The food scene here is average. Tons of great Korean places. it was the best decision I ever made.
15 upvotes
Sadie
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 10 years. Moved from Miami for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
government is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is solid - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are tough. 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. Urban sprawl is real. Far from beaches/mountains. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 7/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Pine Hills for 10 years. Moved from Miami for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
government is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is solid - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are tough. 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. Urban sprawl is real. Far from beaches/mountains. And pet-friendliness can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 7/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
13 upvotes
Gabriel Allen
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (The Heights) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Chicago, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (The Heights) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Chicago, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
10 upvotes
Zoey
as a local I can confirm
7 upvotes
Sarah M.
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great Asian places. it's been a really good experience overall.
6 upvotes