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35 discussions from residents and visitors

true_joshua86

Anyone regret moving to South Gate?

It's a a smaller city city with about 91,836 people. You can expect to pay around $1,471 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Is this normal for South Gate? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-le...

3 replies 2 upvotes moving
Stella T.

Is it worth buying in South Gate?

Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What are your go-to spots? H...

6 replies 25 upvotes housing
Allison Torres

Best and worst neighborhoods in South Gate

First post here. Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $608,500 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the trade-offs? The city has invested a lot in new development.

7 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
Ellie Diaz

Freelancing from South Gate -experience?

Curious what people think. Just moved here 17 months ago and Rent is about $1,471/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $71,315 in South Gate. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What are your go-to spots? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

0 replies 27 upvotes jobs
Eli Flores

Anyone else love living in South Gate?

Random thought, I've been here for 17 years and Homes are going for about $608,500 on average. With a population of 91,836, South Gate is a smaller city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thoughts? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community...

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Matthew F.

Is it worth buying in South Gate?

Crime rate is something to consider -South Gate sits at 658.6 per 100K. With a population of 91,836, South Gate is a smaller city. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned? Appreciate any input.

7 replies 12 upvotes housing
Abigail

Dog-friendly places in South Gate?

Hello, The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. With a population of 91,836, South Gate is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know ...

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Angel Price

Is South Gate walkable?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,836 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoo...

4 replies 19 upvotes qa
Carson Rodriguez

Best neighborhoods in South Gate

Hi all, I work in automotive and Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $608,500 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Thoughts? It's changing fast -some good, some not...

0 replies 12 upvotes best-worst
Kai

Is South Gate good for remote workers?

Random thought, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $608,500 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,471 for rent here. Rent is about $1,471/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. People here are genuinely friendly, n...

14 replies 16 upvotes jobs
true_joshua86

Weekend activities in South Gate?

So, Been living here since 2006. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus...

7 replies 8 upvotes qa
Robert Nelson

Studio apartments in South Gate -options?

Random thought, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $1,471 for rent here. The median home value here is around $608,500, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,471/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth t...

8 replies 15 upvotes housing
Ralph K.

Housing market in South Gate — is it worth buying?

Median home value here is around $608,500. Prices are steep but there are pockets of affordability. For those renting, typical rent is $1471. Is now a good time to buy in South Gate? Or better to keep renting? Looking for opinions from both homeowners and renters.

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Carson Rodriguez

Things South Gate needs to improve

Hey, The median home value here is around $608,500, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. Would love some local perspective. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. ...

1 replies 18 upvotes best-worst
Pamela R.

Is public transit usable in South Gate?

Hi all, The median home value here is around $608,500, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What do you all think? Appreciate any input.

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Eliana Smith

Best industries in South Gate right now

Curious what people think. I'm a 27-year-old nurse and Crime rate is something to consider -South Gate sits at 658.6 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,471 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. TIA! Downtown has i...

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Kayden Jackson

South Gate quality of life -am I missing something?

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $71,315 in South Gate. The median home value here is around $608,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 91,836, South Gate is a smaller city. The suburbs ...

29 replies 11 upvotes living
Carson Rodriguez

Relocating to South Gate, CA -pros and cons?

Hey folks, Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. With a population of 91,836, South Gate is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost o...

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Nicole S.

How safe is South Gate really?

I've been looking at the stats and South Gate shows a violent crime rate of 659 per 100K which is above average. But stats don't always tell the full story. For people who actually live there — do you feel safe? Are there areas to avoid? I'm especially interested in hearing from families with young...

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Aaliyah

Working in South Gate -salaries realistic?

So, My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $608,500, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night lif...

4 replies 19 upvotes jobs
Sarah Robinson

Co-working spaces in South Gate?

First post here. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,836 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Matthew F.

Grocery stores in South Gate -recommendations?

Hello, We have two kids and Household incomes average around $71,315 in South Gate. Median household income is $71,315, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. The school system varies a lot by nei...

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Gregory L.

Is South Gate getting better or worse?

We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $608,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 91,836, South Gate is a smaller city. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know wher...

13 replies 23 upvotes living
Eliana Smith

Weekend activities in South Gate?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,471/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Does this match your experience? It's a very car-dependent city, for be...

0 replies 25 upvotes qa
Allison Torres

South Gate housing prices -when will it stop?

Random thought, The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $608,500 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,836 people. With a population of 91,836, South Gate is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are hi...

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Jayden D.

First time home buyer in South Gate

Hello, I'm a 40-year-old HR manager and Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,836 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. Is this normal for South Gate? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's...

1 replies 19 upvotes housing
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