What BestPlaces Users Say about Modesto
Modesto, California is a mid-sized city located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. With a population of around 215,000, it is known for its agricultural roots and proximity to major cities like San Francisco and Sacramento. Despite its central location, Modesto has its own unique charm and culture, making it an attractive place to live for many people.
Summarizing the user reviews on BestPlaces.net, it is clear that Modesto offers a diverse and affordable living experience. Many reviewers praise the city for its friendly and welcoming community, as well as its convenient location. However, there are also some concerns mentioned, such as high crime rates and lack of job opportunities. Overall, here are four excerpts from different user reviews that highlight these sentiments:
1. "I've lived in Modesto for over 10 years and I absolutely love it. The cost of living is very reasonable and the people here are so welcoming and friendly. I have never felt out of place in this city." - Jane, resident for 10+ years.
2. "Modesto is a great place to live if you want to be close to bigger cities like San Francisco and Sacramento, but not have to deal with their high costs of living. It has a small town feel with big city amenities." - Mark, resident for 3 years.
3. "I moved to Modesto for work and have been disappointed with the lack of job opportunities. The crime rates in certain areas are also a concern for me. However, I have met some amazing people here and have found a strong sense of community." - Sarah, resident for 1 year.
4. "As someone who grew up in Modesto, I can say that it has definitely changed over the years. The cost of living has gone up and the traffic has gotten worse. But, I still love this city and all the great memories I have here." - Michael, resident for 25+ years.
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Hot as Heck - 4/19/2009
Modesto has one of the worst summer climates I've ever lived in. I don't mind warm weather, but I can't deal well with 100+ degrees for long periods of time. It's only April, and we're already slated to climb to 100 degrees tomorrow! I'm going to try to look for a more mild
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Growing up in Modesto... - 10/9/2008
I was born in modesto in 1990. I am currently 18 years old. I have lived in Modesto for the first 14 years of my life. I have moved to Fresno, but plan on moving back. Certain neiborhoods are bad, certain are very respectable. I grew up in a neirborhood which had award winning schools (not crowded) and had neirbors who watched everyones back. Modesto is a wonderful place to live or raise a family. You just have to find the right neirborhood for
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Don't Move To Modesto - 4/6/2008
I relocated my business to Modesto , This place is a Ghettos , You can't go anywhere with out being hit up for spare change . these people are everywhere in front of markets , gas stations , eatery's , basically anywhere you go in public you are hit on by one or more persons for spare change and it's annoying as hell .these people are probably making more money per day then I am . then you got the drugs , gangs , scrappers and run down neighborhoods . the Tuolumne river that runs through town is nothing more then a cesspool for the homeless .
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Modesto ok? - 8/9/2007
I have only lived in California. So I can't make comparisons to other states. I do belive real estate in Modesto is over priced. Property here has gone down but still may have a long way to
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Weather and lifestyle in Modesto - 7/11/2007
Like most of the weather in the central valley of California, Modesto is warm year round and hto in the summer. Just as Spain, we have dry/arid temperatures. What I like about the heat is spending time in downtown Modesto in the resturant/theater district in the summer evenings eating outdoors at a cafe and then enjoying a good movie. Later going to a bar/lounge and having a drink outside and watching people go by. I always feel safe downtown and the people of Modesto are pleasant and live life at a slower pace.
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Living in Modesto California - 7/2/2007
I lived there for FIVE years and that was FIVE years to long. Nobody would move to Modesto on purpose! They would have to be out of their minds. They have lots of Gangs, shootings all the time, it's dirty and has a terrible economy. The schools are horrible! And talk about corrupt..... WOW! Don't move there.... listen to me, DON'T MOVE THERE! yOU'LL BE SORRY IF YOU
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Land locked. - 5/7/2007
This was a nice city 20 years ago. There has been a great amount of growth with very poor planning. The schools are over to small and to few. Crime is high and traffic is terrible around town. Don't even try to go to the Bay Area it is a mess all day long seven days a week. Housing cost went through the roof and are no dropping like crazy.
The Hospitals are over run with illegals that do have not health coverage. Average wait time in a Emergency Care Unit is 10 to 12 hours. (not the illegals faulth as State of California took their benefits away but allow big business to profit from their hard work). Spanish is not a second language here. Many just speak Spanish and laugh at you for not being able to.
Don't get me wrong the white crack addicts that sneak around this town are by far the worst people here. It's not a good place for a normal working family of any age to move to. Unless you speak Spanish or like houses built on top of each other. High
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