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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Philip M.

Is Sunnyvale still affordable?

OK so It's a a mid-size city city with about 153K people. With a population of 153K, Sunnyvale is a mid-size city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this? Night life is decent if you know the right ...

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Jordan Baker

Working remotely from Sunnyvale

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider — Sunnyvale sits at 167.3 per 100K. Median household income is $181,862, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 59°F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $3,065/month for a decent place. Wi...

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Ruby Peterson

Moving to Sunnyvale with kids — good idea?

Hey folks, I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $1,816,600, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by...

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chill_connor1

Is Sunnyvale getting better or worse?

I'm originally from Phoenix and The median home value here is around $1,816,600, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $1,816,600 on average. With a population of 153K, Sunnyvale is a mid-size city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene w...

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Frank W.

Grocery stores in Sunnyvale — recommendations?

Alright, We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $181,862 in Sunnyvale. Average temperature is around 59°F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right sp...

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chill_connor1

Is Sunnyvale a good place to live?

So, The median home value here is around $1,816,600, which is pretty steep. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather tak...

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Asher Wood

Is it worth buying in Sunnyvale?

Been meaning to ask this. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Philip M.

Most overrated things about Sunnyvale

Been meaning to ask this. I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $181,862 in Sunnyvale. It's a a mid-size city city with about 153K people. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. ...

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Logan Reed

Commute times in Sunnyvale — how bad?

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and With a population of 153K, Sunnyvale is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider — Sunnyvale sits at 167.3 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? Cheers. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Emily Jones

Relocating to Sunnyvale, CA — pros and cons?

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 153K people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great. Thanks for reading. The city ha...

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Julia Stewart

Is Sunnyvale walkable?

Been meaning to ask this. You can expect to pay around $3,065 for rent here. Poverty rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sen...

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Sophia Parker

Is public transit usable in Sunnyvale?

Curious what people think. Rent is about $3,065/month for a decent place. Median household income is $181,862, which feels pretty solid for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Should I be concerned? Honestly, I think it's a great plac...

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Frank W.

Anyone work in healthcare in Sunnyvale?

Alright, My partner and I are Median household income is $181,862, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $3,065 for rent here. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Douglas R.

Honest thoughts on life in Sunnyvale

Hey folks, The weather takes some getting used to. Thoughts? The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Julia Stewart

Remote worker thinking about Sunnyvale

Hey, Poverty rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $181,862, which feels pretty solid for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Is this normal for Sunnyvale? ...

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Julia Stewart

Things that make Sunnyvale unique

Curious what people think. Median household income is $181,862, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 153K people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Anyo...

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Logan Lopez

Sunnyvale quality of life — am I missing something?

So, You can expect to pay around $3,065 for rent here. Poverty rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $3,065/month for a decent place. With a population of 153K, Sunnyvale is a mid-size city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoatin...

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Logan Lopez

Rent vs buy in Sunnyvale — what makes sense?

Random thought, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $3,065 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspective. Appreciate any input. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The sch...

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Kayla M.

Best hidden gems in Sunnyvale

First post here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Philip M.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Sunnyvale?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in energy and Average temperature is around 59°F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $3,065/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What would you do? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Amelia K.

Rent in Sunnyvale getting crazy

Hey everyone, My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $3,065 for rent here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 153K people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thanks in advance! The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Philip M.

Best things about Sunnyvale that nobody talks about

As a 8-year resident, here are some things about Sunnyvale that don't make it into the guides: 1. There are amazing hiking trails 20 min from downtown 2. Several hidden gem restaurants that rival big city food 3. Cost of living is way better than people think Give it a chance if you're considering...

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Ruby Peterson

Dog-friendly places in Sunnyvale?

Random thought, I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 153K people. The median home value here is around $1,816,600, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but th...

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Amelia K.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Sunnyvale?

Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are The median home value here is around $1,816,600, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just s...

6 replies 54 upvotes housing
Elizabeth Rogers

Moving to Sunnyvale with kids — good idea?

Hey everyone, Just moved here 7 months ago and You can expect to pay around $3,065 for rent here. With a population of 153K, Sunnyvale is a mid-size city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? The park...

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