Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $374,000 on average. The unemployment rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Quinn Johnson
I'm a nurse and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
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Amelia Jones
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Boston 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 Eastside. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in tech. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Jacob Martin
Used to live on the The Heights side, now on the East side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Isaiah Lewis
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 New York for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is decent - we have beaches 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 decent. 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. Road conditions need improvement. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 9/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Ethan Gonzalez
big facts right here
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James Collins
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. public transit used to be much wild but now it's average.
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