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Joseph Edwards housing

Affordable areas near San Ramon?

First post here. Just moved here 7 months ago and It's a a smaller city city with about 85,734 people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks! Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Jacob Rogers
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The dating scene is genuinely underrated and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Austin, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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born_evelyn31
hmm interesting perspective
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Adam M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.

I've been here 9 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is hit or miss.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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