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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Aria James

What's it really like living in Seaside?

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $692,600 on average. Rent is about $2,314/month for a decent place. With a population of 31,964, Seaside is a smaller city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thoughts? Public ...

5 replies 26 upvotes living
Mackenzie Mitchell

How is Seaside for outdoor activities?

Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider -Seaside sits at 229.2 per 100K. The median home value here is around $692,600, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth ...

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Lillian Reed

Best neighborhoods in Seaside

Curious what people think. My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $2,314 for rent here. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Th...

1 replies 12 upvotes best-worst
Landon Campbell

Relocating to Seaside, CA -pros and cons?

You can expect to pay around $2,314 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What are your go-to spots? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still man...

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Autumn Diaz

Just moved to Seaside, any tips?

Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thanks in advance! It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoati...

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Mackenzie Mitchell

Job hunting in Seaside -tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in tech and Rent is about $2,314/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do? I'd say i...

2 replies 16 upvotes jobs
nashvillewalker2020

Best hidden gems in Seaside

I'm retired and Household incomes average around $82,303 in Seaside. Median household income is $82,303, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $692,600 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The park...

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Lillian Reed

Should I move to Seaside or stay in Phoenix?

Alright, Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Does this match your experience? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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John Brooks

Seaside in the winter -how bad?

Hey everyone, I'm a college student here and Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cheers.

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Sofia Harris

Seaside job market vs Chicago

OK so Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? Thanks in advance! The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Mackenzie Mitchell

How much do you pay for rent in Seaside?

Curious what people think. I'm originally from Omaha and It's a a smaller city city with about 31,964 people. Household incomes average around $82,303 in Seaside. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some gettin...

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John Brooks

Studio apartments in Seaside -options?

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $82,303 in Seaside. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Anyone in a similar situation? TIA! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The scho...

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Landon Campbell

Housing in Seaside compared to Memphis

Been meaning to ask this. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $2,314 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What do you all think? The school system varies a...

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Ethan R.

Moving to Seaside for work -advice?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $692,600 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned?

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Autumn Diaz

Commute times in Seaside -how bad?

I'm a 41-year-old physical therapist and Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. The city has invested a lot in new development. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Luke Cox

Best coffee shops in Seaside?

First post here. You can expect to pay around $2,314 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What do you all think? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast...

2 replies 8 upvotes qa
Autumn Diaz

Best apartments in Seaside under ?

Hello, Homes are going for about $692,600 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene w...

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Ethan R.

Is Seaside worth it salary-wise?

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. Thoughts? Thanks in advance!

3 replies 5 upvotes jobs
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