Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members. After you create your account, you'll be able to customize options and access all our 15,000 new posts/day with fewer ads.
its only sticker shock for those not used to it, money is just a means to an end anyway. i don't think anybody would laugh at 400k for a 3br in nyc for instance...
salaries pay more.
but it is worth it to some people that go outside and are like..today is the perfect day...pretty much every single day of the year.
It's sticker shock to those with sense lol. No, just kidding, but I think many people feel that an extra 300-500K for the same kind of house simply isn't worth it just to enjoy the things Cali offers that other states don't. People are leading very good lives in affordable areas.
No wonder so many Californians are moving to Texas in herds.
No wonder so many Californians are moving to Texas in herds.
Here's a Cali who would move to Texas tomorrow except for the humidity on the coast, the tornadoes in the north and the blast-furnace heat in the east & south.
I'm sure California seems like the obvious choice, but as far as I know "affordability" completely eliminates that state as an option. I might be wrong though...what's the weather like in Oregon?
I honestly believe that there is no such thing as a perfect city or town for many people. Even NYC itself is far from perfect, where I'm concerned.
It has 7 or more months of rain and cloud...to me depressing, to others perfect!
It has 7 or more months of rain and cloud...to me depressing, to others perfect!
in a decade that is 5 more years of nice days outside.
think about it...
I have done calculations like this before, kind of interesting and might change your mind on where you want to live.
Quote:
Originally Posted by MrMcCoySays
It's sticker shock to those with sense lol. No, just kidding, but I think many people feel that an extra 300-500K for the same kind of house simply isn't worth it just to enjoy the things Cali offers that other states don't. People are leading very good lives in affordable areas.
No wonder so many Californians are moving to Texas in herds.
no disagreements here. california is always going to be more expensive, so are the more expensive cities like dc/nyc but now that the bubble burst it is not as bad, jobs pay more, possibly much more depending on what you do.
depends on everybodies situation though whether it is worth it for them.
i certainly wouldn't call the most populated state in the u.s. all stupid.
I think it is the nicest place in the united states personally as far as geography/outdoors/weather goes/wine regions/mountains/surfing/long growing seasons, but there are cities I prefer elsewhere.
I'm sure California seems like the obvious choice, but as far as I know "affordability" completely eliminates that state as an option. I might be wrong though...what's the weather like in Oregon?
I honestly believe that there is no such thing as a perfect city or town for many people. Even NYC itself is far from perfect, where I'm concerned.
Well, actually MrMcCoy, Cali is affordable if you are amenable to buying a lot, putting a perimeter foundation in and putting a two-piece modular on it. Whole package about 100-200k turnkey, depending on the location of the lot. I'd do that except my wife won't live in a modular.
Charleston, SC. Coastal city that's more affordable than the West coast, walkable & charming downtown for a more urban feeling, about 71 degree annual temp average, closer proximity to other east coast hubs, which would be great for a retired couple with time to take some road trips:-).
I'm sure California seems like the obvious choice, but as far as I know "affordability" completely eliminates that state as an option. I might be wrong though...what's the weather like in Oregon?
I honestly believe that there is no such thing as a perfect city or town for many people. Even NYC itself is far from perfect, where I'm concerned.
Affordability does not eliminate the entire state of California. CA has a long coast with many smaller towns and cities. You just have to get away from the large metropolises.
The "affordability" requirement really limits you. The more temperate climates are the more expensive places to live. Other posters are right that there are lots of small California coastal towns that may boast cheaper housing. The farther north you go, the colder the weather and the water. Have you looked in to one of the Hawaiian islands? Couldn't get more temperate there, and I bet some of the inland communities have more affordable housing. A coastline is never too far away in HI.
Please register to post and access all features of our very popular forum. It is free and quick. Over $68,000 in prizes has already been given out to active posters on our forum. Additional giveaways are planned.
Detailed information about all U.S. cities, counties, and zip codes on our site: City-data.com.
Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members. After you create your account, you'll be able to customize options and access all our 15,000 new posts/day with fewer ads.
