All Countries
Madeline Jones
living
San Luis Obispo is underrated, change my mind
Hey folks, I'm a 29-year-old writer and It's a a smaller city city with about 48,039 people.
2 upvotes
5 Replies
Sebastian Rivera
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Boston about 9 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Winters are long and cold
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is improving.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I'm a chef who relocated here from Boston about 9 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Winters are long and cold
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is improving.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
38 upvotes
Victoria Parker
I've lived in Oak Park for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Strong job market in several industries
- The dating scene scene is solid
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for families. Happy to answer more specific questions..
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Strong job market in several industries
- The dating scene scene is solid
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for families. Happy to answer more specific questions..
37 upvotes
Maya Thomas
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is food scene. it exceeded my expectations. Worth doing your research before committing.
35 upvotes
loving_joseph90
Moved here last year, no regrets.
14 upvotes
denver_rylee
Bought a house here in 2023 and I have mixed feelings honestly. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
5 upvotes