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OK so I'm originally from Sacramento and With a population of 14,126, Grass Valley is a small town.
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Nolan James
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 11 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
I've been here 11 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Dylan
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Raleigh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in North. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like sushi.
No regrets on my end..
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in North. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like sushi.
No regrets on my end..
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Zoey
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are underrated, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Joshua Phillips
honestly same experience here
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Bennett Wright
My experience has been mostly positive. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Emma Brown
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Highland. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in education. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Highland. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in education. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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sfdude2024
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Serenity R.
following this thread
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Audrey W.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Denver about 11 years ago. The main reasons were weather and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Nightlife is limited
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are stable, gas is excellent.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Definitely worth checking out..
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Denver about 11 years ago. The main reasons were weather and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Nightlife is limited
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are stable, gas is excellent.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Definitely worth checking out..
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Natalie Phillips
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