living on the beach in pacific beach.. (place, used)
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hmm so if i spend around 3.5k/month i should get something better? was it fun living there?
I think you would. I'll tell you what I know. I lived in a ratty apartment that was way past it's prime with such a leaky roof I had every single pan capturing droplets.
Now, because my apartment complex had oceanfront and non oceanfront, the people were certainly different. On the beach front side(where if I fell of my deck I landed in sand I was so close to the water) the tenants were older and more established age around 30 years of age. Mostly men. The tenants in the back (still mostly men) seemed to party a lot. Drinking, smoking pot etc. It never really bothered me that much because I was in a different location. Still, that's what I would expect for most of the population except for maybe your neighbors that share the view. The guy next to me paid $2500 for a one bedroom and a half while I paid $2000 for a one bedroom. Driving everywhere is a bummer because you have to exit the area through garnet or grand ave and it still can take a half hour. There is a lot of humidity in the area so be prepared, it can take a little while to get used to. I could never really go on vacation to a beach resort because my view at home was better and I wouldn't want to deal with the traffic, people associated with the beach.
Ok, I've spent a lot of time complaining about the area (and the loss of ALL my electronic equipment) but I was there for ten years because of the VIEW. Full panoramic with the sound of the waves so loud I would have to turn my tv sound up. There's a great selection of food and bars to go and walk to. Everyone you know will want to visit you and many found the idea that you could drink on my deck while others on the beach couldn't really cool.
I had a ton of fun and fond memories. I remedied the fishbowl situation with putting privacy film on the windows and therefore noone could see in and I could enjoy the view. While my experience was tainted by the ratty apartment, I've heard of other condos/apartments having concrete construction and probably having more insulation so your mileage may vary.
It is indeed fun but I would caution you that most only find it fun and novelty for a bout a year or two. Then, I think you stop noticing the view as much and then you'll become a little desensitized. Good luck on your search! I think it's great to do once in your life!
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HAHAHA so true! i couldn't help staring into the awesome houses and condos along the boardwalk everytime i passed by. There were even a few places that had floor to ceiling glass windows and no matter how hard i tried, it was impossible to resist the urge to look inside. I mean, that's like walking by a completely naked hot girl and pretending not to be at least slightly interested.
That's okay, for the first three years it bugged me but then I put on a privacy film. Even though I hated people doing that to me that wouldn't stop me from doing it to others as I would take walks and shamelessly peer in their windows. I agree you can't not do it!
the salt air destroyed all your electronics? that sucks..
so i guess my tv/ car/etc will all die or what?
also i dont know ppl in san diego, i figured living next to a beach will mean people will walk by, etc, i can just hang on my deck and not feel lonely..
Not so much the car but the engine will get rust (my muffler rusted and did have to be replaced). It depends on where you park it too as my parking spot was outside.. As far as the electronics, it for sure did the big screen tv I had less than 18 months, confirmed by the technician that repaired it and handed me the rusted part. Killed the home theatre tuner, two blenders(one expensive bar blender at that),the toaster and the toaster oven got rusted and rendered useless as well as the wine refrigerator. What I would do is just make sure you only have cheap electronics and appliances. It will really depend on how much time you spend with the windows/sliding glass open.
Yes, you can hang out on your deck and you'll probably see your neighbors often. I noticed many of my neighbors would go to dinner or get fish tacos over at World Famous. It does help!
I think so! Be particular about where you live, pick a bottom floor if you want to hang out on your deck and meet people, grab a unit with a killer view. Buy a surfboard, get a fire pit for your deck (a must in my opinion!) Buy a cheap grill and some beer! I definitely think it's worth it!
I think you would. I'll tell you what I know. I lived in a ratty apartment that was way past it's prime with such a leaky roof I had every single pan capturing droplets.
Now, because my apartment complex had oceanfront and non oceanfront, the people were certainly different. On the beach front side(where if I fell of my deck I landed in sand I was so close to the water) the tenants were older and more established age around 30 years of age. Mostly men. The tenants in the back (still mostly men) seemed to party a lot. Drinking, smoking pot etc. It never really bothered me that much because I was in a different location. Still, that's what I would expect for most of the population except for maybe your neighbors that share the view. The guy next to me paid $2500 for a one bedroom and a half while I paid $2000 for a one bedroom. Driving everywhere is a bummer because you have to exit the area through garnet or grand ave and it still can take a half hour. There is a lot of humidity in the area so be prepared, it can take a little while to get used to. I could never really go on vacation to a beach resort because my view at home was better and I wouldn't want to deal with the traffic, people associated with the beach.
Ok, I've spent a lot of time complaining about the area (and the loss of ALL my electronic equipment) but I was there for ten years because of the VIEW. Full panoramic with the sound of the waves so loud I would have to turn my tv sound up. There's a great selection of food and bars to go and walk to. Everyone you know will want to visit you and many found the idea that you could drink on my deck while others on the beach couldn't really cool.
I had a ton of fun and fond memories. I remedied the fishbowl situation with putting privacy film on the windows and therefore noone could see in and I could enjoy the view. While my experience was tainted by the ratty apartment, I've heard of other condos/apartments having concrete construction and probably having more insulation so your mileage may vary.
It is indeed fun but I would caution you that most only find it fun and novelty for a bout a year or two. Then, I think you stop noticing the view as much and then you'll become a little desensitized. Good luck on your search! I think it's great to do once in your life!
Such a spot on description! It brought be back to the days when a friend lived on the boardwalk and the parties I used to go to.
You can decide for yourself. If you have 8 mins, check out this great youtube video showing daily life along the boardwalk. Keep in mind, it was filmed during Spring Break so the crowds you see are small compared to what you'll deal with during the Summer. Cowabunga!
You can decide for yourself. If you have 8 mins, check out this great youtube video showing daily life along the boardwalk. Keep in mind, it was filmed during Spring Break so the crowds you see are small compared to what you'll deal with during the Summer. Cowabunga!
Great video of Slomo. He's quite a character. Love his music. "Ken" is another regular on the boardwalk. Ken is easy to spot because he dresses in holiday themes. Lots of colorful body paint and velcro. Minimal clothing.
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HAHAHA so true! i couldn't help staring into the awesome houses and condos along the boardwalk everytime i passed by. There were even a few places that had floor to ceiling glass windows and no matter how hard i tried, it was impossible to resist the urge to look inside. I mean, that's like walking by a completely naked hot girl and pretending not to be at least slightly interested. 
