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Caleb M.
best-worst
Unpopular opinion about Newhall
Rent is about $628/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
13 upvotes
13 Replies
bella_local
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty 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 manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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 manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
40 upvotes
leo_kid
Saving this thread
40 upvotes
Emily S.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 56, moved here 13 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Old Town and Lakewood, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The cultural scene situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Old Town: Great for families. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Lakewood: 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 Seattle, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $70K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 56, moved here 13 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Old Town and Lakewood, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited high-paying job options
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The cultural scene situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Old Town: Great for families. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Lakewood: 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 Seattle, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $70K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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.
34 upvotes
Mateo Allen
nah I disagree
31 upvotes
Harper Martinez
100%
30 upvotes
Charlotte C.
yep
28 upvotes
henry_local
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
24 upvotes
Easton Bennett
it depends on the neighborhood
23 upvotes
Brooks Alvarez
literally same
21 upvotes
Lily Rogers
this is the way
20 upvotes
Melanie Carter
Used to live on the Meadowbrook side, now on the East side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
19 upvotes
Rylee Wright
haha yep pretty much
7 upvotes
Alice Walker
The food scene here is average. Tons of great Asian places. it exceeded my expectations.
4 upvotes