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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Lillian

Rent vs buy in Tehachapi -what makes sense?

Hey, Just moved here 7 months ago and Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $67,785, which feels about average for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising...

10 replies 14 upvotes housing
Lillian

Housing market in Tehachapi right now

Curious what people think. I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $344,700, which seems about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Does this match your experience? The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if...

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Valentina C.

Tehachapi housing prices -when will it stop?

Been meaning to ask this. Just moved here 9 months ago and Poverty rate is 4.8%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $67,785, which feels about average for the area. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Let me know your thoughts. The suburb...

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Hunter Hall

Housing market in Tehachapi right now

Homes are going for about $344,700 on average. It's a a small town city with about 12,366 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Tehachapi? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Mason Ward

Why I chose Tehachapi over bigger cities

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,278 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 4.8%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $344,700 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageab...

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Melanie Patel

Moving to Tehachapi with kids -good idea?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Median household income is $67,785, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $344,700, which seems about average. You can expect to pay around $1,278 for rent here. Rent is about $1,278/month for a decent place. Public transit need...

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Vivian Diaz

Housing in Tehachapi compared to San Diego

Alright, I'm single, late 50s, and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $344,700 on average. With a population of 12,366, Tehachapi is a small town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. ...

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Abigail R.

Best industries in Tehachapi right now

I've been here for 17 years and It's a a small town city with about 12,366 people. Rent is about $1,278/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $344,700 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a ...

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Joseph C.

Worst things about Tehachapi nobody talks about

First post here. I'm a teacher here and Homes are going for about $344,700 on average. With a population of 12,366, Tehachapi is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 12,366 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where ...

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