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Ruby Kelly moving

Moving to Thousand Oaks for work — advice?

Anyone else feel this way? Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $951,200 on average. Rent is about $2,580/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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true_axel63
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.

I've been here 6 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is pretty good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Oak Park side vs the Pine Hills side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Happy to answer more specific questions..
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