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Draper, UT vs San Marcos, CA

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I will put my 2 cents in on Draper, and do my best to be unbiased. I have lived in Draper for 10 years, and within a couple miles of Draper for the 12 years previous.   More

We have three children and Draper is a great place to raise the them. We have a generous amount of parks and a lot of hiking trails great for getting kids outdoors.  More

Just an amazing place to live. I have lived in 7 states and almost countless cities. Sam Marcos is one of the best. This is literally the longest place I have lived  More

Is this area to expensive for the average income retired  More

Beautiful Mediterranean climate with bright sunshine and ocean breazes. City is just 15 minutes away from the  More