Hunter Edwards moving Oct 7, 2025

Thinking about relocating to Rancho Murieta from Austin

Crime rate is something to consider -Rancho Murieta sits at 107.7 per 100K. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Rancho Murieta? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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charlottesoul2026 Oct 16, 2025

Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Atlanta about 13 years ago. The main reasons were school and work.

Pros I've experienced:

- Cost of living is very reasonable

- Four distinct seasons

- Affordable housing options

Cons that are real:

- Homeless population growing downtown

- Far from beaches/mountains

Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are manageable, gas is average.

Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Hope this helps!.

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