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What BestPlaces Users Say about Whittier
Whittier, California is a suburban city located in Los Angeles County. With its tree-lined streets, diverse community, and easy access to major freeways, Whittier is a popular place to call home. However, like any city, it has its pros and cons. To get a better understanding of what it's like to live in Whittier, let's take a look at some user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to user "JennyS," Whittier is a "great place to raise a family." She goes on to say that the city has "good schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community." This sentiment is echoed by user "JohnD," who says, "Whittier has a small-town feel, even though it's part of a big city." Both of these reviewers seem to appreciate the family-friendly atmosphere and sense of belonging in Whittier.
On the other hand, user "SaraM" has a different take on living in Whittier. She says, "the cost of living here is too high for what you get." She also mentions that the traffic can be a nightmare, especially during rush hour. These are valid concerns for anyone considering a move to Whittier, as the cost of living and traffic are common issues in many cities.
Lastly, user "DavidG" offers a more balanced view of Whittier. He says, "I've lived here for over 20 years and have seen the city change a lot." He mentions the growth and development in the area, as well as the variety of dining and entertainment options. However, he also acknowledges that "housing prices have gone up significantly," making it more difficult for some to afford living in Whittier.
Overall, from these user reviews, it seems that Whittier is a great place to raise a family and has a strong sense of community. However, it may come with a higher cost of living and potential traffic concerns. As user "DavidG" points out, it's a dynamic city that continues to evolve and may not be suitable for everyone's budget.
based on 6 ReviewsGet to know Whittier with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Whittier
Happy Resident - 12/20/2017
I have lived in Whittier for over 15 years.Whittier is a great place to live. The City Council has spent millions on street improvements especially on the entrances to the City. Prices of homes have skyrocketed which makes it great for property owners but difficult for potential new homeowners. Whittier has a great Police Department and a caring City Council. I couldn't think of a better place to live with the beautiful hills and great freeway access to Los
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St Gregory the Great School - 8/11/2012
I have been a parent at St Gregory for almost 5 years now, I am extremely pleased, the teachers have gone above and beyond to educate our children to the fullest to achive a higher education than public schools. I have compared the best graded public school in whittier to St Gregory and my outcome is St. Gregory is 2 grades levels above. My comparisons where done with my son in 3rd grade vs my nephew in 5th grade, they where both reading the same book at the same time my son would bring the book home to read 2 chapters a night and write a summary compared to my nephew in 5th grade would only read in class by taking turns reading one paragraph at a time per student. St gregory keeps our children learning and studying to the max preparing them for High School so when they are faced with 5 different classes our children can handle any heavy work load. A side from education St Gregory highly teaches our children Honesty and Respect its wonderful when you see your children surprise you on
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affordable - 1/15/2007
Of the 5 cities I have lived in around California, Whittier was the only one I could really afford and have money left over after I paid all my bills and rent.California is too expensive for a teacher to live in and I am going to
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Pros and Cons - 9/18/2006
Things are great in Whittier as long as you stay way east.
Pros: Well kept older homes, quaint areas, hills are great for runners, mostly nice people, small town feel.
Cons: Cholos and their grafity (they even write on walls in the nicer neighborhoods), Police Department sucks and seems to have given up on some Whittier neigborhoods. Everyone I know has a horror story about the Whittier Police including myself.
Houses are mostly older so you have to deal with older house issues. I personally like older homes.
I love Whittier but it will probably all be gang ridden within 10 years. I have no faith in the police and the dirty politicians that run this city.
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