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Brielle Chavez
housing
Affordable areas near San Juan Capistrano?
OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. What would you do? Thanks for reading.
28 upvotes
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Anna Brooks
+1
39 upvotes
Cora Wright
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is excellent in most areas.
37 upvotes
Amelia Thomas
bump
32 upvotes
Olivia Edwards
been saying this for years
27 upvotes
sunny_carson60
wish I knew this sooner
24 upvotes
Robert
couldn't agree more
23 upvotes
Easton Ruiz
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 46, moved here 3 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Greenfield and North, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Limited shopping options
3. The job market situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for families. decent vibes, walkable.
- North: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$90K 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.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 46, moved here 3 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Greenfield and North, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Limited shopping options
3. The job market situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for families. decent vibes, walkable.
- North: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$90K 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.
22 upvotes
Sebastian Nelson
+1
14 upvotes
Jonathan Morales
I've lived in Midtown for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Lots of new development happening
- The food scene scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Lots of new development happening
- The food scene scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
13 upvotes
Kayden Murphy
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say I genuinely enjoy living here. The traffic is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
13 upvotes
Jordan Ruiz
accurate
13 upvotes
Genesis Roberts
spot on
6 upvotes
Leonardo
I've lived in Midtown for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good schools in most areas
- The job market scene is average
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. Definitely worth checking out..
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good schools in most areas
- The job market scene is average
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. Definitely worth checking out..
4 upvotes
Zoe L.
I'm a contractor and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
2 upvotes