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Old 03-12-2015, 07:56 PM
 
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Well, I am graduating in May. Lived in CT most of my life, CT is alright but not a huge fan of cold weather and other things. So I decided it's time for a fresh start and nothing is holding me back! Southern California always have attracted me. However, I am not sure exactly where I should move to. It's not easy to explore in California when I am 3,000 miles away, lol so I need your input. It's doesn't have to be my permanent location, but it would be a good start if I know where I should live so I can explore around and look for summer sublet, until I find a permanent job, housing, etc in a location that I like (after living in California for few months).

I though about LA, San Diego, etc. LA is probably off the list as I am not huge fan of city life 24/7. However I wouldn't mind living close to any major city to get best of both worlds. I want to live near the coast, within 30 mins is ok. I grew up near the coast and that is something I can't give up! Ideally a large town or small city somewhere between LA or San Diego is a good start, but I just may end up living closer to San Diego. Someone recommended long beach, coasta mesa, etc. Love warm weather, love the sun. Not too cold, not too hot, haha.

I am young (22 years old), so I want to live in a populated area with young professionals. I like to stay active, so easy access to many parks, or forests for hiking (within hr) is ideal. In the future, I want to do real estate investing and work in the construction field, so perhaps somewhere or nearby where real estate is booming. Housing (rent) should be reasonable, nothing crazy, but can always afford more later on since I won't be a student. Good bars, nightlife etc would be nice! Have to make new friends haha.

Again, I'm not expecting a perfect location, but a good location for me to explore and see what California has to offer Any help would be appreciated.
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Old 03-12-2015, 10:41 PM
 
Location: I'm around town...
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What does a "reasonable rent" mean to you? What will your degree be in? How much money do you have saved up?
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Old 03-13-2015, 12:07 AM
 
Location: Laguna Niguel, Orange County CA
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Sounds like you want to live in OC.
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Old 03-13-2015, 08:23 AM
 
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What does a "reasonable rent" mean to you? What will your degree be in? How much money do you have saved up?
My degree is in Construction Management. I have like $3000 saved up, have time to save more. Just need to find a location that I will be happy for few months and explore around until I can find long-term housing and location.

I will be looking to rent a studio, or a one bedroom apartment. Nothing big, can live small, but prefer to live somewhere nice and updated.
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Old 03-13-2015, 12:44 PM
 
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My degree is in Construction Management. I have like $3000 saved up, have time to save more. Just need to find a location that I will be happy for few months and explore around until I can find long-term housing and location.

I will be looking to rent a studio, or a one bedroom apartment. Nothing big, can live small, but prefer to live somewhere nice and updated.

With only $3k saved up your realistic bet is going to be the inland empire.

I would not plan on your CM degree going far, the CSU system churns out a lot of CM grads.
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Old 03-14-2015, 07:03 PM
 
Location: Santa Rosa
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Do you have a car? $3k isn't much unless you plan on renting a room out of someone's house. Is your credit good?

Costa Mesa or Hunting Beach will be the best places to live for a young professional.
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