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Julie K.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Los Angeles?

I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $879,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 3.9M, Los Angeles is a major city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

2 replies 70 upvotes housing
Vivian Walker

Best thing about Los Angeles nobody appreciates

So College student at the local college, graduating soon. The food scene in West Hollywood is honestly incredible. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. I saw that rent in West Hollywood is now /mo which is expected. Cost of living is about the same compared to where I came from. Traffic has got...

26 replies 41 upvotes best-worst
Joan N.

Unpopular opinion about Los Angeles

So, Household incomes average around $80,366 in Los Angeles. Rent is about $1,879/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Is this normal for Los Angeles? The food scene here is surprisingly go...

14 replies 44 upvotes best-worst
Connor Richardson

Best brunch spots in Los Angeles?

I'm a 37-year-old young professional who's been in Los Angeles for 3 years. Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here. I'm paying /mo for a 3-bed in Culver City and honestly feels like a steal. Property values in Venice went up 13% last year alone. The marketing scene here is rea...

18 replies 14 upvotes qa
Vivian Walker

Best value neighborhoods in Los Angeles?

So hear me out. I grew up here, left for college, and came back 8 years ago. With a population of 3,857,897, the city has a {city_feel}. The suburbs vs city debate here is real. What's your experience been?

17 replies 89 upvotes housing
David Martin

Los Angeles vs Baltimore for a young professional

Hey, Parent of two, been here since 2021. Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here. I'm paying /mo for a 3-bed in Burbank and honestly makes me consider roommates. A friend just bought in Burbank for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. What I like: - Good schools in certain a...

29 replies 111 upvotes moving
Joseph M.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Los Angeles?

First post here. With a population of 3.9M, Los Angeles is a major city. The weather takes some getting used to. What do you all think? The weather takes some getting used to.

3 replies 8 upvotes housing
Luke Reed

Los Angeles is underrated, change my mind

OK so My partner and I are Rent is about $1,879/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Should I be concerned? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. T...

6 replies 32 upvotes best-worst
Hunter Sanders

Most overrated things about Los Angeles

Just moved here 2 months ago and It's a a major city city with about 3.9M people. Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $80,366, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are...

1 replies 68 upvotes best-worst
Wesley Kim

Best companies to work for in Los Angeles?

Curious what people think. I've been here for 18 years and You can expect to pay around $1,879 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Does this match your experience?

1 replies 56 upvotes jobs
Isabella Reyes

What I wish I knew before living in Los Angeles

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $879,500, which is pretty steep. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

11 replies 6 upvotes living
Emmett King

What to expect moving to Los Angeles?

Alright, I'm originally from Chicago and Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

3 replies 95 upvotes moving
Gabriel Cox

Relocating to Los Angeles, CA — pros and cons?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $80,366 in Los Angeles. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very ca...

0 replies 100 upvotes moving
Frances C.

Los Angeles quality of life - honest take

My wife and I moved here from Detroit about 4 years ago. A friend just bought in Mar Vista for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. People here are friendlier than I expected coming from Detroit.

4 replies 4 upvotes living
Doris M.

Best industries in Los Angeles right now

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $1,879/month for a decent place.

0 replies 69 upvotes jobs
cool_roman64

Best coffee shops in Los Angeles?

Been meaning to post this. I work remote and chose Los Angeles specifically for the lifestyle. The tech scene here is really picking up. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. With a population of 3,857,897, the city has a {city_feel}. What I like: - Good schools in certain areas - Easy to meet p...

2 replies 111 upvotes qa
Gerald L.

Internet providers in Los Angeles?

Hello, I'm a college student here and Rent is about $1,879/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Worth the trade-offs? TIA! It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lo...

3 replies 48 upvotes qa
Johnny A.

Best hidden gems in Los Angeles

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider — Los Angeles sits at 732.2 per 100K. It's a a major city city with about 3.9M people. I'd say it's better for familie...

6 replies 69 upvotes best-worst
Violet Perez

Best hidden gems in Los Angeles

Hey folks, I'm a 22-year-old restaurant manager and Median household income is $80,366, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $879,500 on average. It's a a major city city with about 3.9M people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas...

1 replies 65 upvotes best-worst
Luke Reed

Best neighborhoods in Los Angeles

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 47-year-old writer and Crime rate is something to consider — Los Angeles sits at 732.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 60°F, so the weather is moderate. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new developmen...

0 replies 62 upvotes best-worst
Betty Y.

Co-working spaces in Los Angeles?

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $80,366, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $879,500 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene w...

13 replies 5 upvotes jobs
minneapolis_benjamin

Los Angeles housing - buy now or wait?

Can we talk about Single, 41, work in tech. I feel like Los Angeles is becoming more expensive without getting better. Unemployment at 5.3% is {unemp_feel}. I'm paying /mo for a 3-bed in Silver Lake and honestly is getting ridiculous. Cost of living is a bit more compared to where I came from. Ni...

12 replies 120 upvotes housing
Adam F.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Los Angeles?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $879,500, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $80,366, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any advi...

2 replies 79 upvotes housing
Linda P.

Los Angeles is underrated, change my mind

OK so Just moved here 8 months ago and It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development.

22 replies 81 upvotes living
Billy J.

Working remotely from Los Angeles — my experience

I've been working remotely from Los Angeles for 7 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: a bit high but manageable Internet: Decent, getting better with new ...

6 replies 45 upvotes jobs
Linda P.

Remote worker thinking about Los Angeles

Alright, Median household income is $80,366, which feels pretty solid for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

2 replies 100 upvotes moving
living_nevaeh96

Freelancing from Los Angeles — experience?

Hello, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $80,366 in Los Angeles. With a population of 3.9M, Los Angeles is a major city. The weather takes some getting used to. Should I be concerned? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot o...

27 replies 64 upvotes jobs
Ashley O.

The truth about Los Angeles — honest review

Been a Los Angeles resident for 2 years. Here's my honest take: Pros: - Great weather year-round - Diverse food scene - Growing economy Cons: - Summer heat is intense - Property taxes are high Overall I'd rate it 7/10. It's not perfect but there are worse places to be.

18 replies 64 upvotes living
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