Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $92,560 in Grand Point. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Bennett Murphy
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Elizabeth Myers
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Sunset for 5 years. Moved from Chicago for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. education is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Sunset schools are average. 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. Far from beaches/mountains. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 7/10. It's not for everyone but it works for us.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Julia Scott
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Cooper Scott
lol so true
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Luna Wilson
hmm interesting perspective
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Vivian Chavez
accurate
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Melanie Sanders
I work in government here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is tough. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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