Hey, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -Pasadena Hills sits at 409.1 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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oakland_kayden
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I have mixed feelings honestly. Compared to Charlotte it's solid.
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Addison B.
underrated comment
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Eliana C.
Moved here from San Diego about 10 years ago. I genuinely enjoy living here. Still getting used to cultural scene but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Kennedy B.
literally same
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Elizabeth Roberts
facts
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Aubrey Peterson
I'm a lawyer and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
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David Alvarez
I've lived in West for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Denver, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The nightlife scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Limited shopping options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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