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nola_alexander moving

Couple moving to Monterey from out of state

Curious what people think. I'm single, late 50s, and The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,288 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I wrong here?
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Gabriel Miller
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Michael Cruz
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Nicholas Collins
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a data analyst, 34, moved here 1 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in Old Town and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The nightlife situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Old Town: Great for retirees. excellent vibes, walkable.
- West: 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 Phoenix, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $90K-$90K here.

**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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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