Asher Bailey moving Jan 23, 2026

I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $1,397/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $70,139 in Glendale. Median household income is $70,139, which feels about average for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective. TIA! It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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