Alright, I'm single, late 40s, and The median home value here is around $200,300, which is actually reasonable. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Joshua Nelson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 6 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Lucy K.
honestly same experience here
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Lucas T.
hard disagree but ok
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Olivia
exactly what I was thinking
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Adrian Martinez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in North. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Hope this helps!.
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local_easton22
facts
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lamama2024
Can confirm, been here 7 years.
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Emmett Lee
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The healthcare is honestly surprisingly good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Sarah Ruiz
glad someone said it
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Lily N.
I'm a writer and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Aaliyah A.
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Dylan Thomas
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Fairview area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Kennedy
I've been living here for 4 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The walkability is challenging compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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