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Luna M. housing

First time home buyer in Hawthorne

OK so Thoughts? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
8 upvotes

7 Replies

Lily Kelly
Used to live on the Meadowbrook side, now on the Riverside side. Completely different vibe. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
39 upvotes
Hazel Evans
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want food scene, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
23 upvotes
Kayden Thomas
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Seattle about 2 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and my partner's job.

Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good airport with direct flights

Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited entertainment options

Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are affordable, gas is pretty good.

Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
17 upvotes
Bryan L.
Can confirm, been here 4 years.
14 upvotes
Skylar L.
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the Lakewood side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
13 upvotes
Ella Hernandez
exactly what I was thinking
6 upvotes
Douglas R.
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the Sunset side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
5 upvotes
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