First post here. I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $1,486/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? Looking forward to hearing from you all. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Madelyn Hill
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Evan
interesting, hadn't considered that
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vegas_aurora
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from New York about 10 years ago. The main reasons were family and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are established, gas is challenging.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Avery Peterson
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is nightlife. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Joseph Wood
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (Highland) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Francisco, be prepared for the culture shock. dating scene is completely different here. And Chain restaurants dominate.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Audrey C.
Moved here from Boston about 8 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to cost of living but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Luna Garcia
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great seafood places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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