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Katherine C.
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Rent in Pico Rivera getting crazy
Curious what people think. I relocated for work and It's a a smaller city city with about 60,821 people.
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Joseph B.
hmm interesting perspective
37 upvotes
Virginia A.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 43, moved here 4 years ago from Boston. I've lived in South and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Active local events and festivals
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The safety situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for remote workers. average vibes, walkable.
- Westside: 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 Boston, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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 social worker, 43, moved here 4 years ago from Boston. I've lived in South and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Active local events and festivals
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The safety situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for remote workers. average vibes, walkable.
- Westside: 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 Boston, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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.
16 upvotes
Paisley C.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's exactly what I was looking for. Internet is solid in most areas.
14 upvotes
Elena F.
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is outdoor recreation. Other than that, Good luck with whatever you decide..
8 upvotes
Elijah Mendoza
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Seattle and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Old Town. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in marketing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Old Town. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in marketing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
3 upvotes