Moving to Whittier for work -advice?

Nova Stewart Mar 23, 2025

Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.

I've been here 14 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is average.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Feel free to reach out with questions..

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Isabella R. Mar 14, 2025

Moved here from Raleigh about 12 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to weather but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..

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Victoria Perez Mar 15, 2025

lol so true

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Caleb Morris Mar 21, 2025

Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want job market, then yeah this place is great. But if cost of living matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.

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Addison Reed Apr 3, 2025

Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value walkability, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely improving and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Old Town) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Baltimore, be prepared for the culture shock. weather is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.

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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