What BestPlaces Users Say about San Diego
San Diego, California is a popular city located along the Pacific coast known for its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, and diverse culture. It is a highly desirable place to live, with a growing population and a strong economy. However, like any city, it also has its drawbacks. In order to gain a well-rounded perspective on what it's like to live in San Diego, we will summarize comments and reviews from various users on BestPlaces.net.
According to John from San Diego, "Living in San Diego has been a dream come true. The weather is perfect year-round and there's always something fun to do. However, the cost of living can be high, especially when it comes to housing." This sentiment is echoed by Sarah, who states, "I love the laid-back vibe of San Diego and the beach lifestyle. But the traffic and high cost of living can be overwhelming at times." On the other hand, Mark shares a different perspective, saying, "San Diego is the perfect balance of city life and beach living. The job opportunities are abundant and the people are friendly. I couldn't imagine living anywhere else." Lastly, Lisa adds, "I've lived in San Diego my whole life and it's definitely a special place. The only downside is the traffic and the influx of tourists in certain areas." Overall, it seems the majority of users enjoy living in San Diego, but acknowledge the high cost of living and traffic as potential drawbacks.
based on 319 ReviewsGet to know San Diego with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited San Diego
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San Diego in general... - 4/14/2008
I came here with my wife a few years ago from Florida- Northwest Florida.
Having grown up surrounded by Southern hospitality, I am ever amazed at the indifferent and rude behavior of San Diegans, they just don't seem to care about anyone but themselves. The schools lack discipline entirely, due to a bunch of crybaby liberal parents who've taken away the ability of the school staff to enforce any rule. The general consensus is that all children are so precious in California that they could do no wrong- discipline is deemed unneccesary. Please give me a break.
To buy a home, you will spend $450,000.00 on a crummy old house built in the 1950's which needs a remodel to make it anything you'd want to live in. The yards are small, and the neighbors act like they don't want to know you.
Oh yes, you really need to speak Spanish here.
Having said all that, you can make a LOT of money here if you have any brains. I never made more than
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You have most of everything - 4/13/2008
I've been in this area for the past 23 years and I love it because it is quite, close proximity to a lot of shopping areas, the weather is mostly sunny and mild except for some hot days which are not too bad, not too far drive to the coastal areas and the mountains and desert. It is also a good place to raise children and has a lot of good school
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Schools - 4/3/2008
I feel the quality of the school system from kindergarten through college has been a major highlight of my family's life in San
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A long-time residen't view on San Diego & North Co - 3/28/2008
San Diego is a Supermodel....blond, beautiful, somewhat shallow, but overall a pleasant and happy companion. More Golden Retriever than high-bred Borzoi. More playground than metropolis. There are all types of people here, you just have to seek them out.
For the pst 20 years, I have resided in coastal North San Diego County, all the while looking for "something better." As a basis for comparison, I've lived in Los Angeles CA, Reno NV, Honolulu HI, have traveled extensively through Europe, spent time in Texas, Canada, New York, and have driven cross-country in the USA.
Every time I travel elsewhere, upon returning home, I bend down and kiss my front porch in gratitude for being able to live in such a fair city (that's only somewhat of an exaggeration!)
The ocean is 2 miles from my door, the mountains and snow are a couple hours drive from here, as is the excitement of Las Vegas or Los Angeles. San Francisco is an 8 hour
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It's the best. - 3/11/2008
San Diego has the best weather, and the most geographic diversity of anywhere. You can be at the beach, the mountains, or the desert easily from anywhere in the county. I have traveled and lived all over the country, from coast to coast, but nothing beats San Diego. It is the
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does everything have to cost an arm and a leg? - 3/2/2008
cost of living ridiculously high. it's nice but if you don't have that much money, it's not that great. A ripoff. And what happened to the library? everything is so expensive and the government can't afford having a decent library?like the city but they want to take all your money in this city, here and there and
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it sucks - 2/9/2008
san diego sucks. its a rip-off. don't move here umless your a millionaire. seriously, not
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