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Liam Chavez
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What's it really like living in Temecula?
First post here. Rent is about $2,297/month for a decent place.
2 upvotes
15 Replies
Grace H.
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
40 upvotes
Genesis M.
Came here for school and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The public transit is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
38 upvotes
Wesley R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Midtown. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Midtown. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
36 upvotes
happy_eliana31
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 37, moved here 6 years ago from Boston. I've lived in Pine Hills and Fairview, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Chain restaurants dominate
3. The outdoor recreation situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for remote workers. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Fairview: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Boston, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $70K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a teacher, 37, moved here 6 years ago from Boston. I've lived in Pine Hills and Fairview, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Chain restaurants dominate
3. The outdoor recreation situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for remote workers. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Fairview: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Boston, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $70K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
36 upvotes
Jack Howard
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 27, moved here 8 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in The Heights and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Active local events and festivals
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Winters are long and cold
3. The nightlife situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for remote workers. improving vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 27, moved here 8 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in The Heights and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Active local events and festivals
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Winters are long and cold
3. The nightlife situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for remote workers. improving vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
34 upvotes
Leo Miller
Used to live on the North side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
32 upvotes
Isaiah Watson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Seattle about 13 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Decent public transit for the size
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is excellent.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Seattle about 13 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Decent public transit for the size
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is excellent.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Happy to answer more specific questions..
29 upvotes
Miles L.
I've lived in Midtown for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Diverse dining options
- The cultural scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Diverse dining options
- The cultural scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
28 upvotes
loving_emilia26
as a local I can confirm
25 upvotes
Ezra
I've been living here for 4 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The walkability is improving compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
23 upvotes
Thomas Cooper
lol so true
15 upvotes
Aria
same here
8 upvotes
Isaiah C.
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, Definitely worth checking out..
2 upvotes
Lucas Miller
Bought a house here in 2017 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
1 upvotes
Violet Ramos
Bought a house here in 2020 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
1 upvotes