With a population of 79,035, Tustin is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,340/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 79,035 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I wrong here? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Willow Stewart
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely excellent and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from New York, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Road conditions need improvement.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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happy_angel67
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much growing but now it's challenging.
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Jace Myers
exactly what I was thinking
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Emilia Sanchez
Used to live on the Midtown side, now on the North side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Carter Thompson
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 52, moved here 14 years ago from New York. I've lived in Meadowbrook and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Nice parks and green spaces
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Dating scene is rough
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The traffic situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for couples. average 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 New York, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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.
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Audrey Davis
I've lived in Highland for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- The dating scene scene is tough
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for remote workers. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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loving_everly78
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is job market. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Worth doing your research before committing.
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native_violet51
Bought a house here in 2023 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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