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09-06-2007, 06:07 PM
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San Pablo opinion please
Hello,
Can I please have an opinion on this area of San Pablo, Rollingwood Drive at Fordham Ave, near Contra Costa College. I have an opportunity to live there and I could use your advice.
Activities, jogging, biking, restaurants, etc.
How is the access to San Francisco, drive time, bus, etc.
Thank you
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09-06-2007, 06:10 PM
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The area around CCC is pretty rough. Its pretty close to North Richmond which is a terrible place. As far as shops etc I'm not to familiar with them but there are plenty of liquor stores in the area. The closest bart station I believe is in Richmond.
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09-06-2007, 06:22 PM
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Ohhh No wonder the rent was so cheap.
Thank you CB.
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11-09-2008, 03:16 PM
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Don't be afraid of darker skin that comes with that area. Check it out and get a "real" perspective, not an ignorant and sheltered one.
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11-10-2008, 12:23 PM
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The area right around the college isn't terrible even though I personally wouldn't live there. If one doesn't have kids and lives in a gated community, I'd say it's ok.
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11-10-2008, 08:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by onelove77
Don't be afraid of darker skin that comes with that area. Check it out and get a "real" perspective, not an ignorant and sheltered one.
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I think ALL perspectives are valid... and FYI, I work in that area agree it's not very safe. That doesn't mean I wouldn't live there (in fact I've considered it) or wouldn't recommend anyone else live there - but they deserve to hear the facts, right? 
Edit: I don't think that particular location is horrible, but not where I'd suggest if you want something "safe" and/or quiet. You might try El Cerrito or Albany instead, and Richmond also has some decent neighborhoods to offer - despite its overall bad reputation. |
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