OK so I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $68,042 in Foothill Farms. The median home value here is around $368,500, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Brooks C.
Public transit is hit or miss here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Matthew Martinez
couldn't agree more
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Claire Y.
+1
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Kayden Scott
this is the way
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Adam Watson
nah I disagree
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Emily
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Cedar Grove area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Jayden Ramos
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Meadowbrook) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Limited shopping options.
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.
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Sophie Taylor
glad someone said it
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Maya Smith
glad someone said it
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Aaron M.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Cedar Grove for 10 years. Moved from Atlanta for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
government is strong here. tech is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Cedar Grove schools are better than expected. 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. Summers can be brutally hot. Homeless population growing downtown. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 8/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Victoria Turner
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Seattle and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Meadowbrook. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in construction. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Jacob Murphy
We moved here with our family and I genuinely enjoy living here. Schools in The Heights area are solid. Kids love it here.
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Jack S.
underrated comment
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Violet Ramos
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it's exactly what I was looking for. Compared to Baltimore it's tough.
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