Gray little commuter town by the distant sea
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5/29/2019
I've lived in Marina for the last 15 years. It is a gray place with old dated looking buildings, no real main street, and is the domain of the slum lord, and the mini mart. The homes used to be blue collar and affordable but are now getting bought out by wealthy bay area commuters, and are raising the cost of everything to 500,00 for a new home. Renting is expensive as well as slum lords are catching on to the potential of living here and raising the cost. As far as stores go, there is the usual assortment of fast food places, a couple grocery stores, some places to eat, a court house and the works. There is a Target closer to the Sand city/Seaside side of Marina which is pretty good. There are a couple of beaches, and parks, but the beaches don't allow dogs. On the plus side, the air quality is good, there is a small farmer's market, and the shopping is decent for what it is. I can't say this has a hometown, or even a college vibe to it though. Definitely feels like a commuter city. Totally average, and getting worse due to the rising cost of living here. Could be SO Much better.
Wyn | Marina, CA