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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Amelia A.

Rent in Garden Grove getting crazy

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $765,500 on average. Poverty rate is 9.4%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Garden Grove?

29 replies 12 upvotes housing
oaklandmind2021

Moving to Garden Grove with kids — good idea?

Hello, Just moved here 16 months ago and It's a a mid-size city city with about 171K people. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Let me know your thoughts. The subu...

29 replies 41 upvotes moving
Steven L.

Working remotely from Garden Grove

Hello, I'm a 50-year-old real estate agent and The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely fri...

4 replies 25 upvotes jobs
Ian B.

Grocery stores in Garden Grove — recommendations?

My partner and I are It's a a mid-size city city with about 171K people. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of livin...

2 replies 28 upvotes qa
Andrew Lee

Is public transit usable in Garden Grove?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I be concerned? TIA!

6 replies 38 upvotes qa
Ian B.

Best hidden gems in Garden Grove

First post here. With a population of 171K, Garden Grove is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider — Garden Grove sits at 292.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than y...

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Silas Morris

Best neighborhoods in Garden Grove

Random thought, Thanks in advance! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Silas Morris

Rent in Garden Grove getting crazy

Alright, Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $765,500, which is pretty steep. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. ...

8 replies 33 upvotes housing
Anna Walker

Garden Grove is underrated, change my mind

I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 9.4%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Would love some local perspective. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough duri...

7 replies 39 upvotes living
Kai Edwards

Housing in Garden Grove compared to Tampa

Hi all, Poverty rate is 9.4%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,971/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,971 for rent here. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a hug...

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Eli W.

Working in Garden Grove — salaries realistic?

So, Rent is about $1,971/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $90,166 in Garden Grove. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? I'd say it's better for famil...

4 replies 47 upvotes jobs
Landon Thompson

Most overrated things about Garden Grove

Hey, I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 9.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 171K, Garden Grove is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $765,500 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Let me know...

7 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
Isabelle Peterson

Best apartments in Garden Grove under ?

Alright, We have two kids and The median home value here is around $765,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 171K, Garden Grove is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $1,971 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used t...

1 replies 30 upvotes housing
Barbara P.

Working in Garden Grove — salaries realistic?

Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $90,166 in Garden Grove. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better ...

8 replies 32 upvotes jobs
Owen G.

Worst things about Garden Grove nobody talks about

Hey, Crime rate is something to consider — Garden Grove sits at 292.2 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

2 replies 1 upvotes best-worst
Kinsley Adams

Anyone regret moving to Garden Grove?

Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $1,971 for rent here. Worth the trade-offs?

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Owen G.

Moving to Garden Grove for work — advice?

First post here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Has anyone dealt with this? Any help is appreciated.

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Andrew Lee

Commute times in Garden Grove — how bad?

Been living here since 2022. Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 171K, Garden Grove is a mid-size city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. TIA!

2 replies 13 upvotes jobs
Sebastian Peterson

Best apartments in Garden Grove under ?

Been meaning to ask this. Just moved here 4 months ago and Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 171K, Garden Grove is a mid-size city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to loo...

10 replies 54 upvotes housing
Genesis King

Best and worst neighborhoods in Garden Grove

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $1,971/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 9.4%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the trade-offs? There's a real sense of community in c...

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wild_logan9

How much do you pay for rent in Garden Grove?

First post here. I'm retired and With a population of 171K, Garden Grove is a mid-size city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Any advice would be great. Thanks in advance! The city has invested a lot in new development. Property tax...

2 replies 10 upvotes housing
Jayden Richardson

Garden Grove is underrated, change my mind

My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $90,166 in Garden Grove. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What are your go-to spots?

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Stella

Rent in Garden Grove getting crazy

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Homes are going for about $765,500 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I wrong here?

1 replies 33 upvotes housing
Michael P.

Is Garden Grove worth it salary-wise?

Hey, Just moved here 13 months ago and The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $765,500 on average. The parks and outdoor a...

0 replies 59 upvotes jobs
Owen G.

Garden Grove is underrated, change my mind

I'm retired and It's a a mid-size city city with about 171K people. The median home value here is around $765,500, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $90,166, which feels pretty solid for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right...

5 replies 43 upvotes best-worst
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