Hey folks, The median home value here is around $342,500, which seems about average. You can expect to pay around $1,568 for rent here. Household incomes average around $70,663 in Victorville. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Anyone in a similar situation? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Jacob Walker
accurate
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Jaxon R.
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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Adrian W.
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Arianna Clark
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Old Town for 8 years. Moved from Pittsburgh for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. legal is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is solid - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Old Town schools are solid. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Far from beaches/mountains. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 5/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Nora M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 10 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Leo
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Wesley Taylor
underrated comment
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Claire Baker
not my experience at all
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Gabriella Gomez
Bought a house here in 2021 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Elizabeth Y.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Houston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Sunset. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in legal. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Katherine C.
Used to live on the The Heights side, now on the Highland side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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