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Riley N. moving

Moving to Long Beach solo - advice?

Hey,

I'm a 35-year-old travel nurse who's been in Long Beach for 8 years. I keep discovering new spots even after 8 years.

Unemployment at 4.3% is {unemp_feel}. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}.

What I like:
- Four seasons
- Active community events
- Good airport
- Strong arts and culture scene
- Good farmers markets

What I don't:
- Not very walkable
- Chain restaurants everywhere
- Water quality concerns
- Wind never stops

Public transit is fine if you live near a line - you'll want a car. Cost of living is about the same compared to where I came from.

Roast me or validate me, I can take it.
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Roman R.
Gonna share a detailed perspective since most replies are pretty surface-level.

I'm a freelancer in Belmont Shore. Been here since 2020. The school system in {hood} is actually {adj}..

Neighborhood-wise, Belmont Shore has really changed in the past few years. Lakewood Village is the up-and-coming spot right now. Naples is where I'd look if budget is a concern.

Job market for education: decent. For finance: established.

Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable.

Happy to answer questions.
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