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Mackenzie Brown

Internet providers in Santa Monica?

Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Monica sits at 724.7 per 100K. Rent is about $2,338/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Looking forward to hearing fro...

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Noah R.

Best apartments in Santa Monica under ?

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 14 months ago and Household incomes average around $109,739 in Santa Monica. Rent is about $2,338/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,535 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is...

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Bella White

Is Santa Monica a good place to live?

My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Monica sits at 724.7 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating...

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Aria Chavez

Pros and cons of Santa Monica after 13 years

Anyone else feel this way? I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $109,739 in Santa Monica. You can expect to pay around $2,338 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where mo...

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Mackenzie Brown

Things Santa Monica needs to improve

Random thought, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $1,810,200 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,535 people. Median household income is $109,739, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,338 for rent here. The school system ...

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Brielle M.

Is Santa Monica good for remote workers?

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $1,810,200 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great. TIA! It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a gr...

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Aurora Carter

Career opportunities in Santa Monica, CA

I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $2,338 for rent here. Median household income is $109,739, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $1,810,200 on average. The median home value here is around $1,810,200, which is pretty steep. There's a real sense ...

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Gabriel

Moving from Chicago to Santa Monica next month

Alright, Been living here since 2008. Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Monica sits at 724.7 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Has anyone dealt with this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Carter Gomez

Career opportunities in Santa Monica, CA

I'm single, late 40s, and Worth the trade-offs? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Nevaeh Morgan

Moving to Santa Monica for work -advice?

Curious what people think. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,535 people. You can expect to pay around $2,338 for rent here. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Is thi...

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Genesis Cook

Santa Monica housing prices -when will it stop?

Hi all, You can expect to pay around $2,338 for rent here. The median home value here is around $1,810,200, which is pretty steep. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Would love some local perspective. Public transit needs a lot ...

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Alice Reed

Thinking about relocating to Santa Monica from New York

Hi all, Household incomes average around $109,739 in Santa Monica. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years...

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Noah R.

Is Santa Monica walkable?

Anyone else feel this way? Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Bella White

Relocating to Santa Monica, CA -pros and cons?

Curious what people think. I'm retired and Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 6.4%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,338/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,535 pe...

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happy_david33

Thinking about relocating to Santa Monica from San Francisco

So, The median home value here is around $1,810,200, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $109,739, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $1,810,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $2,338 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young sing...

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Adam R.

Just moved to Santa Monica from Denver — first impressions

We made the move 1 ago and here are my first impressions: The food scene is amazing. Rent runs about $2,338/month for a typical apartment. Weather is moderate — about 62F average. Biggest surprise: How friendly the neighbors are Biggest disappointment: Some areas feel neglected Overall, there are...

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Jose Rivera

Starting a business in Santa Monica?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $2,338 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,535 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What are your go-to spots? Night life is decent if you know the right s...

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Ralph L.

Best restaurants in Santa Monica?

With a population of 91,535, Santa Monica is a smaller city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Adam R.

Career opportunities in Santa Monica, CA

Random thought, Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 6.4%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $109,739 in Santa Monica. The median home value here is around $1,810,200, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $1,810,200 on average. The weather takes some getting used to....

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Jacob Collins

Housing market in Santa Monica right now

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Monica sits at 724.7 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. Public transit needs a lot...

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Jacob Collins

Top 5 things I love about Santa Monica

It's a a smaller city city with about 91,535 people. Homes are going for about $1,810,200 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Appreciate any input. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas ...

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Eli Flores

Best areas to explore in Santa Monica?

First post here. I'm single, late 40s, and The median home value here is around $1,810,200, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Median household income is $109,739, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I...

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Peyton James

Housing market in Santa Monica right now

Curious what people think. With a population of 91,535, Santa Monica is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $1,810,200 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,535 people. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit ...

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Genesis Cook

First time home buyer in Santa Monica

Been meaning to ask this. I relocated for work and With a population of 91,535, Santa Monica is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Jayden Roberts

Anyone work in healthcare in Santa Monica?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2009. Rent is about $2,338/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-le...

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