Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $595,400 on average. Household incomes average around $88,479 in La Presa. It's a a smaller city city with about 36,669 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? The weather takes some getting used to.
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Rylee Ramos
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Olivia Howard
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in Greenfield area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Emilia Foster
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a sales manager, 53, moved here 10 years ago from San Diego. I've lived in Greenfield and Fairview, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Lots of new development happening
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The outdoor recreation situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for remote workers. average vibes, walkable.
- Fairview: 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 San Diego, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $60K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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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denvervibes2026
I work in education here and I genuinely enjoy living here. The job market for my field is pretty good. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Eli Mendoza
100%
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Landon Green
I've lived in Lakewood for about 12 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 Phoenix, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of new development happening
- The healthcare scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Nightlife is limited
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Audrey
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Southern places. the quality of life is solid.
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Leo S.
couldn't agree more
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Silas W.
preach
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indy_grayson
I've lived in East for about 10 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 Minneapolis, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
- The cost of living scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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