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582 discussions from residents and visitors

Jameson Rivera

Anyone regret moving to San Diego?

Rent is about $2,223/month for a decent place. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Thoughts? Cheers.

1 replies 53 upvotes moving
Lydia Torres

Best kept secrets of San Diego, CA

Just moved here 16 months ago and The median home value here is around $848,500, which is pretty steep. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

0 replies 49 upvotes best-worst
Evelyn Carter

Job market in San Diego for tech?

Hello, Military spouse here. With a population of 1.4M, San Diego is a major city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no s...

8 replies 41 upvotes jobs
Noah M.

Anyone work in healthcare in San Diego?

Hello, You can expect to pay around $2,223 for rent here. Poverty rate is 6.9%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development.

27 replies 66 upvotes jobs
Weston Wood

Moving to San Diego with kids — good idea?

Random thought, We're a young couple and Median household income is $104,321, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for San Diego? The ...

1 replies 56 upvotes moving
Sara M.

Housing in San Diego compared to Dallas

I'm retired and It's a a major city city with about 1.4M people. You can expect to pay around $2,223 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks!

0 replies 82 upvotes housing
Jonathan J.

Most overrated things about San Diego

Hey everyone, Poverty rate is 6.9%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,223 for rent here. Household incomes average around $104,321 in San Diego. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a...

2 replies 96 upvotes best-worst
Wayne G.

Is San Diego still affordable?

Random thought, Homes are going for about $848,500 on average. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

2 replies 61 upvotes housing
Wayne G.

Is San Diego a good place to retire?

My wife and I are planning to retire in the next few years. We're considering San Diego because of being near family. Weather is moderate — about 61F average. Cost of living looks a bit high but manageable. How's the healthcare situation? Any retiree communities?

16 replies 50 upvotes qa
desert_jonathan28

Planning a move to San Diego — neighborhoods?

Hello, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 6.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 1.4M, San Diego is a major city. Crime rate is something to consider — San Diego sits at 361.7 per 100K. It's a a major city city with about 1.4M people. It's not perfect, but the community i...

7 replies 67 upvotes moving
Noah M.

Studio apartments in San Diego — options?

First post here. I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 6.9%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

5 replies 71 upvotes housing
Ethan Jones

First time buyer in San Diego - where to look?

Genuine question: We relocated for my husband's job in retail. Public transit is nonexistent honestly - you'll want a car. Crime rate at 361.7/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. A friend just bought in University Heights for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. What I like: - Good park...

1 replies 46 upvotes housing
Katherine Gutierrez

What's it really like living in San Diego?

Hey everyone, I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $848,500 on average. Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The park...

1 replies 97 upvotes living
Kai Sanders

Relocating to San Diego from Indianapolis

I work remote and chose San Diego specifically for the lifestyle. With a population of 1,385,061, the city has a {city_feel}. Public transit is improving but not there yet - you'll want a car. Is this just me?

55 replies 79 upvotes moving
Kai A.

Thinking about relocating to San Diego from Boston

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $104,321 in San Diego. Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $848,500 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better f...

7 replies 15 upvotes moving
Alice M.

Planning a move to San Diego — neighborhoods?

Longtime lurker here, My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $2,223 for rent here. With a population of 1.4M, San Diego is a major city. Crime rate is something to consider — San Diego sits at 361.7 per 100K...

9 replies 17 upvotes moving
Weston Wood

What to expect moving to San Diego?

Random thought, Homes are going for about $848,500 on average. Poverty rate is 6.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider — San Diego sits at 361.7 per 100K. The median home value here is around $848,500, which is pretty steep. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know whe...

46 replies 88 upvotes moving
Noah M.

Best areas to explore in San Diego?

So, Household incomes average around $104,321 in San Diego. Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $2,223 for rent here. It's a a major city city with about 1.4M people. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in...

6 replies 67 upvotes qa
Emmett C.

Is San Diego getting better or worse?

I'm a 30-year-old electrician and You can expect to pay around $2,223 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I overthinking this? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development.

0 replies 63 upvotes living
Emilia Adams

San Diego housing prices — when will it stop?

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. With a population of 1.4M, San Diego is a major city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Does this match your experience? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, no...

7 replies 14 upvotes housing
Nathan W.

Unpopular opinion about San Diego

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 1.4M, San Diego is a major city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

28 replies 54 upvotes best-worst
Kai Sanders

Best neighborhoods in San Diego

So, Crime rate is something to consider — San Diego sits at 361.7 per 100K. It's a a major city city with about 1.4M people. Rent is about $2,223/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $104,321 in San Diego. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scen...

2 replies 80 upvotes best-worst
Nora C.

Working remotely from San Diego

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $104,321 in San Diego. Homes are going for about $848,500 on average. With a population of 1.4M, San Diego is a major city. Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. Downtown has improved a lot i...

4 replies 100 upvotes jobs
Ruth M.

Top 5 things I love about San Diego

I've been here for 1 years and Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $104,321, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? Proper...

2 replies 62 upvotes best-worst
Katherine Gutierrez

How are the schools in San Diego?

Hey, I've been here for 15 years and Poverty rate is 6.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a major city city with about 1.4M people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are...

1 replies 45 upvotes qa
Evelyn Carter

Thrift stores in San Diego - hidden gems?

Random but My wife and I moved here from Denver about 3 years ago. Median income here is around which {inc_feel}. The suburbs vs city debate here is real.

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Genesis M.

First time home buyer in San Diego

I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $2,223 for rent here. Rent is about $2,223/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Should I be concerned? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traf...

6 replies 97 upvotes housing
Virginia M.

How is the nightlife in San Diego?

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 6.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 1.4M, San Diego is a major city. Household incomes average around $104,321 in San Diego. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of co...

3 replies 69 upvotes qa
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