Lily M. housing Dec 23, 2025

Hello, I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 58,561, Gilroy is a smaller city. Median household income is $131,554, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $2,270/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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