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Eleanor
moving
Considering Joshua Tree vs Tucson -help me decide
Hey, I'm a college student here and Would love some local perspective.
8 upvotes
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Gabriel L.
I've lived in Meadowbrook for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good schools in most areas
- The outdoor recreation scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good schools in most areas
- The outdoor recreation scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
31 upvotes
Lily Garcia
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is traffic. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
19 upvotes
Beverly N.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 5 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Sunset side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
I've been here 5 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is food scene. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Sunset side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
14 upvotes
Peyton Young
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Fairview. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Fairview. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
11 upvotes