Random thought, My partner and I are With a population of 36,669, La Presa is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? Cheers. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Eric P.
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Eastside area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Zoey B.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Brooklyn N.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in East. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in education. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Delilah H.
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 14 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Willow Hall
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.