We're a young couple and With a population of 34,099, San Dimas is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What would you do? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Nolan C.
big facts right here
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Ava Cruz
preach
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Grace Foster
it depends on the neighborhood
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Abigail J.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a pharmacist, 38, moved here 1 years ago from LA. I've lived in Maple Ridge and Oak Park, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The traffic situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Maple Ridge: Great for young professionals. tough vibes, walkable.
- Oak Park: 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 LA, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
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Marilyn C.
Bought a house here in 2019 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Amelia L.
I've been living here for 5 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The school system is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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