Need somewhere warm (Las Vegas, Reno: apartment complexes, rental, house)

[sarahbeth1385]

Hello
My husband and I are wanting to move to the west coast. He really wants to move near Truckee because he wants to pursue a snowboarding carreer (please don't talk down about that). I have always wanted to move somwhere warm and beautiful and he needs the cold more often than not. I noticed Reno is fairly inexpensive and the weather isn't too bad but I can only go by what I have read since I have never traveled farther west than Indiana (I'm from Ohio).

I am looking for suggestions on where would be a nice place to live that is near Truckee and also won't be super expensive. We are planning to rent an apartment because we can't afford to buy a house right now either. If anyone has any HELPFUL suggestions they would be greatly appreciated. Where is nice, somewhat warm. I hate snow and the smallest amount possible would be great.

Thanks so much for your help. It's greatly appreciated!!!!

[bigdave01]

Yeah, Reno would be your best bet. There isn't a whole lot of snow(especially compared to Ohio), and it is warm for a lot of the year. If you're commuting to Truckee than NW Reno would be your best bet. Are you looking for a more suburban or urban environment?

[librarygoddess]

Reno is indeed rather temperate and living in NW is ideal (I wouldn't move to another section of town unless I absolutely had to), but please know that NW, in particular, can be extremely windy (not breezy, windy) -- especially during late day in the summer months. So you won't be lying out in your backyard our eating dinner outdoors even during the hottest days of the year. And much of NW is up Peavine Peak, which means that it gets an inch or more snow than the valley floor each time there is a winter storm. Also important to keep in mind: Last year's rash of mini earthquakes was centered in NW (the Verdi/Mogul/Somerset area). There was very little damage to homes and it really wasn't a big deal (even to an a NYC native/earthquake novice like me), but still something to consider. That said, the commute to Truckee is quick and easy, there are numerous lovely, low-rise, rental apartment complexes, the amenities in the area are top-notch, traffic is non-existent on an average day, and the views are spectacular.

[schizrade]

Reno can get downright cold at times, even in the summer. We are at 4500-5500 feet. I think the SF Bay Area my be better if you are looking for more stable climate.

[samfox]

Originally Posted by sarahbeth1385

Hello
My husband and I are wanting to move to the west coast. He really wants to move near Truckee because he wants to pursue a snowboarding carreer (please don't talk down about that). I have always wanted to move somwhere warm and beautiful and he needs the cold more often than not. I noticed Reno is fairly inexpensive and the weather isn't too bad but I can only go by what I have read since I have never traveled farther west than Indiana (I'm from Ohio).

I am looking for suggestions on where would be a nice place to live that is near Truckee and also won't be super expensive. We are planning to rent an apartment because we can't afford to buy a house right now either. If anyone has any HELPFUL suggestions they would be greatly appreciated. Where is nice, somewhat warm. I hate snow and the smallest amount possible would be great.

Thanks so much for your help. It's greatly appreciated!!!!

If you want to be near Truckee you should consider Reno. Reno is in Nevada (no state income tax) while Truckee is in California (lots of state income tax) Truckee is one of the coldest places in the winter and often is in the teens or below in the winter. (It was -2 last night) Reno is 30 miles east of Truckee. Prices are reasonable and it is a bit warmer since it sits in a valley while Truckee is up on the eastern slope of the Sierra's. Reno does get some snow but not much. It is cold in the winter but much drier than Truckee. The area is "high desert" with very warm summer days but cool nights. There is little if any humidity. It is a very dry area.

[MtnBikeNV]

Reno would probably be the wisest, most economical choice. Cross the state line and you'll get more taxes. Winters aren't THAT bad. This winter has been great, IMO. Heck I'm out running in shorts on days like today. It can and does get cold at times, but nothing horrid. As for wind, if you're in Nevada, it can be windy. I don't care WHERE you are. I'm a cyclist, so I'm out on a bike on the roads nearly daily, so I deal with it often. It is not always howling, but there's usually a breeze. I'm in NW Reno, was just up in Truckee yesterday. It was lovely up there.

Best wishes.

[Pugmum123]

I agree with the majority of postings. Reno is where most of the jobs are, and usually affordable housing. In "snow country" the jobs are harder to find, and housing is way overpriced, unless you are on vacation. I am a native Californian, and I sadly feel that Nevada is the best bet for what you want, you can always fly to Las Vegas for a warm weekend. It gets fairly warm in the summer in Reno, warm enough to enjoy a swim. I have swam in Lake Tahoe, and I seriously feel it is for children and water skiers....too cold for normal humans. I can see the snow covered mountains from my kitchen window, and that is enough for me, I like 70-75 degree weather, 24/7/365. I say, move here, but don't burn all your bridges.