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Carolyn B. best-worst

Biggest downsides of living in Fortuna?

Random thought, I'm a college student here and It's a a small town city with about 12,413 people. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Worth the trade-offs? Cheers.
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Lucy M.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value food scene, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely excellent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Springfield) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Baltimore, be prepared for the culture shock. school system 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.
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Jose Myers
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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