The median home value here is around $716,700, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. With a population of 62,233, La Habra is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts. TIA! 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 suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Eliana Turner
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 15 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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autumn_fan
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. pet-friendliness used to be much pricey but now it's hit or miss.
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Quinn R.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Jacob C.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Definitely worth checking out..
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Zoe Baker
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Jacob W.
couldn't agree more
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Ezra
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 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 The Heights. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in government. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Indian.
No regrets on my end..
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Gloria P.
Moved here from Dallas about 13 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to cultural scene but Hope this helps!.
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cool_emily18
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a writer who relocated here from Phoenix about 15 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is decent.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Samuel Chavez
great question, following
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Lillian D.
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Active local events and festivals
- The school system scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.
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detroit_andrew
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much established but now it's underrated.
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Adam N.
This.
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Hazel Rodriguez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 3 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Benjamin Lee
exactly what I was thinking
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Emmett Long
I've lived in Greenfield for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
- The community vibe scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for singles. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Katherine
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Westside. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in retail. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Thai.
No regrets on my end..
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Melanie Roberts
Used to live on the Riverside side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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