OK so I'm retired and Rent is about $1,619/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 55,960 people. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any advice would be great. Cheers. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Carson Stewart
honestly same experience here
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Kinsley Ward
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Sunset for 2 years. Moved from Baltimore for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. tech is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor scene is underrated - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Sunset schools are better than expected. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Summers can be brutally hot. Nightlife is limited. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 7/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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