Newport Beach, CA Reviews


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Newport Beach is a coastal city located in Southern California, known for its beautiful beaches and luxurious lifestyle. It is home to many wealthy residents and attracts tourists from all over the world. Its location, climate, and amenities make it a desirable place to live, but what do real residents have to say about living in Newport Beach?

According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, many people have positive things to say about living in Newport Beach. "I love living in Newport Beach!" exclaims SarahG, who moved to the city for its beach lifestyle and outdoor activities. She also mentions the great school district and friendly community as major perks of living in the area. Another user, BeachLover55, raves about the city's beautiful beaches and harbor, saying, "I feel like I'm on vacation every day!" In contrast, LindaT expresses frustration with the high cost of living in Newport Beach, stating, "I love the beach, but it's not worth the insane housing prices and traffic." Finally, a user named MikeS highlights the diverse dining and shopping options in the city, saying, "There's always something new to explore in Newport Beach." Overall, the user reviews paint a picture of a vibrant and desirable city, with its high cost of living being the only major downside for some residents.

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Great place to live if you can afford it - 5/18/2010
Housing isn't cheap in Newport Beach but it's definitely worth it if you can afford it. In the years I lived there, the people were great and there's not a lot of crime. People can actually drive. It's a really great place to Read More

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Great place to live if you can afford it - 5/18/2010
Housing isn't cheap in Newport Beach but it's definitely worth it if you can afford Read More

If you can afford it... - 11/2/2008
If you can afford it AND don't mind stuck-up fake plastic people, then it's a great place to live. The beach bars are great, the actual beaches are dirty, but the weather is wonderful. I am leaving because I can't stand the fake people and don't want to raise my daughter in a place that is so materialistic. Although, she does go to a blue ribbon school that provides wonderful programs because of all of the money and mothers who don't have to work because their husbands just want them to look pretty and do what they are Read More

Paradise if you can afford it - 1/30/2008
Newport Beach is paradise if you have a substantial income to sustain your Read More

greatest climate in North America - 11/28/2007
While we lack four definitive seasons it hard to find better year around weather. Great summers with no humidity and winters that range from 50-80 degrees depending on the week with about 10 inches of rain. Just watch the Rose Bowl and consider what the temperature is in Chicago, Denver, Read More

Newport Beach, California: If you're here, you've - 11/18/2007
Obviously any area with a median home price of $2,600,000 is not going to be ordinary.

The big advantage of living here is that you get the best of everything. The finest restaurants, the world's biggest Mercedes-Benz dealer, the sleekest road network, and if you're willing to pay $15,000,000 for a house it will be brilliantly designed and stunning in all respects.

Your more typical $4 million oceanfront house gives you one of the most beautiful views in the nation, but you're literally three feet away from your neighbor on both sides.

Commercial property in Newport Beach and Orange County in general is stunningly ultra-modern and immaculately maintained. A fellow named Donald Bren of Irvine Company owns most of it, and as a consequence is worth a snappy $15 billion (yes, with a B; his house alone is probably worth $15 million). He'll charge top rents but deliver top quality.

Living with extreme wealth means extreme wealth. How Read More

climate vs expense - 11/6/2007
I have lived all over the U.S.; the NE (PA, MD, NY),SE (VA,GA,FL,) and Texas. Newort Beach California is absolutely, without a doubt the most beautiful and pleasant places to live. Downside; It is expensive so if money is not a consideration there is no arguement.

I have determined that "climate" is of ultimate importance as it is climate (and health) that allows us to enjoy what a city and area have to offer.

Since money IS a consideration for me, I am looking for a city that has warm, comfortable, low precipatation, climate and a less expensive "cost of living". i do not want to predicate my activities on whether (or not) the weather will cooperate (I am spoiled). So far Scottsdale, AZ is most appealing. Yes summer is hot but weather good otherwise and conpared to Newport Beach is Read More
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Climate - 9/23/2007
Simply the best when it comes to Read More

best place to live if you can afford it - 11/29/2006
We love it here but the cost of living is out of control. The area and proximity to all activities is unbeatable but you definately pay for it. sun, ocean, shopping, recreation, culture is all available with in an hour. Access to travel is within 15 min and skiing in the local mountains is within 2 Read More

Newport Coast - 8/5/2006
Overpriced but worth it....beautiful canyons and vistas. We love it here but not sure we could afford it Read More

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