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Old 07-15-2009, 10:32 PM
 
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All, I am interviewing for a job in Temecula, but not sure I want to live there. I have read the other postings on Temecula. I just moved to LA and have been living here for about 3 months. I know Tememcula is not LA, but what places could one live that are a reasonable commute to Temecula: 30-35 minutes, has cultural diversity including good non-american chinese food, has ethnic diversity (one of the reason I moved to California), with potentially some pizazz? I currently live in Los Feliz and I like the vibe of that area. I'm early 40's and single so I don't need a big house and am not worried about schools since I'm not having more kids and the ones I do have live out of state. Any insight that you can share would be appreciated.
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Old 07-15-2009, 10:59 PM
 
Location: Escondido, CA
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I'd live in Temecula. Most of the area within 30 min commute is even worse. You could try to commute from OC over the 74, but that's a twisty two-lane highway, the commute would be longer than 30 min even if there are no accidents ...
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Old 07-16-2009, 12:32 AM
 
Location: southwest michigan
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I know it might seem disingenuous for me to recommend Temecula because I live here, but I have to agree with e. above. Nothing within 30-35 minutes is better. Where were you living before you moved to L.A., if I may ask? Some places have a history of more racially segregated suburbs (Chicago, for example) but Temecula is very different than those. So many transplants from out of state, and almost everyone else either from LA, OC, or SD. Very few native to this city. Lots and lots and lots of ethnic restaurants (off the top of my head: at least 3 Vietnamese, two Thai, probably 10 each of Japanese and Chinese, stacks of Mexican, not to mention Arabic, Italian....). It's no L.A., but if you're working here, zero commute is hard to beat.
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Old 07-16-2009, 01:06 AM
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There are tons of people who live in Temecula and have to commute far for a decent job. Lot's of people would like to be in your position and have a good job in a nice town. Temecula isn't LA and that’s what is good about it. It's a nice middle point you can go to LA or San Diego on the weekend to get the "culture" you desire.
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Old 07-16-2009, 07:40 AM
 
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Default Where to live if working in Temecula

I appreciate the feedback. No knocks against Temecula. I have not even visited and do not have an offer yet. I originally grew up in the city of Boston (not the burbs) and am a city guy at heart. I moved here from Dallas (the city once again). Before moving to Dallas I spent 12+ years in the burbs, which was acceptable when I was married and the kids lived with me, now a different story and I must admit I really like the feel, diversity, as well as hustle and bustle of LA. I'm trying to avoid the burbs, but I also value the importance of a short commute. I have done the 50-60 minute commute in the past, hated it and have avoided it every since. So as you can tell, I am trying to strike a balance - some type of city life with a reasonable commute....I know, keep dreaming

Does Tememcula have a downtown where people live? I do not get the impression that one exists.
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Old 07-16-2009, 07:56 AM
 
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Default south temecula wolf creek area is wonderful

I would recommend the Temecula area that is south. Almost all homes are around 3 years olf. Wolf Creek offers a wonderful life style. That is where I live.

Location is great for recreation after working at your new job. They have a massive pool, very large in ground kids pool that is 1 feet deep, a gym and meeting rooms. The homes include front yard maintence so you have time to relax.

Luiseño elementary schoiol is brand new. It is very highly rated as are the middle and high schools for South Temecula.

Lots of recreational things to do and you are still only 45 minutes to the beach. This area also has great shopping, parks, and places to eat.

Sidewalks everywhere, great for strolls or bike rides. Safe, clean, calm, nice people and very pretty. Old fashioned street lights.

Homes can be found as low as 180,000 3 or 4 bedroom. There are lots of deals. Multiple offers are made and the fastest and best gets it.

[mod]RE Ads not allowed[/mod] I love living here and you will also.

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Old 07-16-2009, 08:32 AM
 
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I appreciate the feedback. No knocks against Temecula. I have not even visited and do not have an offer yet. I originally grew up in the city of Boston (not the burbs) and am a city guy at heart. I moved here from Dallas (the city once again). Before moving to Dallas I spent 12+ years in the burbs, which was acceptable when I was married and the kids lived with me, now a different story and I must admit I really like the feel, diversity, as well as hustle and bustle of LA. I'm trying to avoid the burbs, but I also value the importance of a short commute. I have done the 50-60 minute commute in the past, hated it and have avoided it every since. So as you can tell, I am trying to strike a balance - some type of city life with a reasonable commute....I know, keep dreaming

Does Tememcula have a downtown where people live? I do not get the impression that one exists.
I personally would live in Temecula, if I were in your position. The closest thing to a "downtown" might be Riverside or Escondido...but they are not fully developed. Temecula has an Old Town, but it's really more of a tourist attraction, and not a downtown center. The city is extremely suburban in nature. More of an emphasis on family. However, it is also a local tourist attraction with Pechanga casino and the wineries.

It def. is not Los Feliz. It's on the same par as Santa Clarita, a new suburb in SoCal. You can always drive to SouthPark, NorthPark, or Hillcrest in San Diego to get a city vibe. But, the drive is somewhat far from Temecula.
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Old 07-16-2009, 09:34 AM
 
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Some folks that live in Temecula commute to work in LA or San Diego. I don't see any reason why you can't do the reverse. In fact, the commute should not be quite as bad since you will be going against traffic.
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Old 07-16-2009, 09:37 AM
 
Location: Sierra Vista, AZ
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I'd have to agree, Garden Grove or Westminster (Little Saigon) but it's a drive. Korean just south of Mirimar Marine Base is another alternative(Korean)
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Old 07-16-2009, 09:39 AM
 
Location: southwest michigan
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I appreciate the feedback. No knocks against Temecula. I have not even visited and do not have an offer yet. I originally grew up in the city of Boston (not the burbs) and am a city guy at heart. I moved here from Dallas (the city once again). Before moving to Dallas I spent 12+ years in the burbs, which was acceptable when I was married and the kids lived with me, now a different story and I must admit I really like the feel, diversity, as well as hustle and bustle of LA. I'm trying to avoid the burbs, but I also value the importance of a short commute. I have done the 50-60 minute commute in the past, hated it and have avoided it every since. So as you can tell, I am trying to strike a balance - some type of city life with a reasonable commute....I know, keep dreaming

Does Tememcula have a downtown where people live? I do not get the impression that one exists.
Okay, so I'm from Dallas. Temecula is a lot like Plano in terms of suburban nature, except absolutely beautiful in comparison (hilly, green, very close to rural areas without being rural itself). And it has a more 'authentic' selection of restaurants, a la Richardson/Addison. The downsides for me are the lack of a genuine theater/museum "scene", proximity (specifically the lack thereof) to a major airport, and no honest-to-goodness university in town. Those are all things I miss about Dallas. The upsides: better weather, more beautiful scenery, more diverse than Plano (for example), lots of shopping and dining options, a very healthy/fitness oriented lifestyle (go running on a Saturday morning and you'll see more people out doing the same than driving cars it seems! It's like a runner's traffic jam sometimes ), the wineries (wine tasting tours are a great way to entertain your friends from out of town), and although schools aren't important to you per se, what you'll find is a lot of folks who place a high premium on a good education, which often makes for good neighbors and interesting conversation.

Um, regarding the Wolf Creek reccomendation....that seems a little random. Just my personal opinion, but it seems that a realtor might want to read the OP's criteria before making a suggestion like that. I can easily name 5 neighborhoods I'd rather live in than that one, especially if you've lived in Boston and Dallas. The newer stuff that's on the cheap end can get a little cheesy for someone who's accustomed to the city life in a place with a lot of history.

Okay, enough rambling from me. Good luck in your interview!
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