Working in La Cañada Flintridge -salaries realistic?
Longtime lurker here, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $2,000,001 on average. It's a a small town city with about 20,094 people. Household incomes average around $221,451 in La Ca--ada Flintridge. Average temperature is around 66--F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Brenda C.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 44, moved here 11 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Cedar Grove and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Diverse dining options
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not a lot of cultural diversity
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The public transit situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for singles. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- East: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Seattle, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $100K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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John J.
Totally agree!
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Lisa B.
been saying this for years
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Kai Patel
spot on
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Claire Kim
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are hit or miss, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Claire Hughes
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Reagan Morgan
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value walkability, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (North) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Francisco, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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