Where to live? - Between Long Beach and Fullerton
12-04-07, 07:47 AM
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Where to live? - Between Long Beach and Fullerton
As the topic states, I need to find a place to move to. My job is going to be in Long Beach/Seal Beach/Huntington Beach/El Segundo. I'm in a rotational program so I'll be moving to one of these locations every 4 months. My gf is going to be going to optometry school in Fullerton, hence the Long Beach and Fullerton.
While I would love to live near the beach, I don't like the idea of her driving 30 miles to go to school everyday. So what neighborhoods are good between there? Is there a good mix of people? Schools matter a little bit, but wouldn't be a deal breaker and safe, can't forget to mention that.
I'm looking to buy a house, which at this time is pretty good if I can get approved. I do have a nice down payment but I'd like to set the cap at 750K. But I won't actually be buying until April/June, so I'm just getting my feet wet for now.
TIA for your advice.
While I would love to live near the beach, I don't like the idea of her driving 30 miles to go to school everyday. So what neighborhoods are good between there? Is there a good mix of people? Schools matter a little bit, but wouldn't be a deal breaker and safe, can't forget to mention that.
I'm looking to buy a house, which at this time is pretty good if I can get approved. I do have a nice down payment but I'd like to set the cap at 750K. But I won't actually be buying until April/June, so I'm just getting my feet wet for now.
TIA for your advice.
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12-04-07, 08:14 AM
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I'd say somewhere like Downey. Some areas might be ghetto, but if you look into it, the wealthier side has great looking homes and the neighborhood isn't that bad. I live in Norwalk...which sucks...I hate it here. haha
12-04-07, 08:17 AM
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Cypress, Stanton, Westminster are good cities. Beach cities are nice, but overpriced, and you really can't enjoy it if you're out on the road all the time.
With the three above, you'll have good access to the 91, 405, 605, and 22 Freeways; as well as a bunch of good restaurants and businesses of all types and cultures.
With the three above, you'll have good access to the 91, 405, 605, and 22 Freeways; as well as a bunch of good restaurants and businesses of all types and cultures.
12-04-07, 08:35 AM
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Cypress, Stanton, Westminster are good cities. Beach cities are nice, but overpriced, and you really can't enjoy it if you're out on the road all the time.
With the three above, you'll have good access to the 91, 405, 605, and 22 Freeways; as well as a bunch of good restaurants and businesses of all types and cultures.
With the three above, you'll have good access to the 91, 405, 605, and 22 Freeways; as well as a bunch of good restaurants and businesses of all types and cultures.
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12-04-07, 01:06 PM
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Cerritos.. at 750k, you're going to buy something that is so-so. You'll need at least 800-900k to buy something worthwhile in Cerritos.
La Palma, La Mirada, Buena Park, Cypress, even Lakewood may work... for 750k those locations you will get something pretty decent.
La Palma, La Mirada, Buena Park, Cypress, even Lakewood may work... for 750k those locations you will get something pretty decent.
12-04-07, 04:58 PM
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lemme know if u need to take out a loan for purchasing the house...i work at a mortgage loan office and we only do referred customers only no public loans so you know all of our customers appreciate our work and plus we do no costs hahaha
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12-04-07, 10:50 PM
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you might want to be a bit more specific about the 750K. Depending on the size of the house, condition, crime rate etc it all depends on what is more important to you. some people may be willing to have a newer bigger house but the area may not be as good. while others might take a smaller house but in a nicer city. i like long beach myself or maybe cerritos.
12-05-07, 12:57 AM
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mayb an apartment anywhere would be good enough if its just u and your girlfriend. But your a lexus owner u cant b having that :P no matter wat the case u shud aviod the bad neighborhoods so live closer 2 fullerton mayb?
12-05-07, 08:43 AM
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Sorry for the lack of details. I'm not looking for anything too big. Probably a 3 bed 2 bath. We're currently looking at some homes in Fullerton, but then that's a 30 mile commute for me which is no fun. Crime rates are probably going to be the biggest variable to tackle.
The reason I don't want an apt is because if I'm going to be making monthly payments, I might as well get some equity back from it
The reason I don't want an apt is because if I'm going to be making monthly payments, I might as well get some equity back from it
12-05-07, 09:08 AM
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You're prolly going to lose some money anyhows in the short term. Housing is still expected to keep dropping. How long do you plan to live at the place? If it's over 7-10 years, I can see you buying the place... but if it's only for 2-3 years tops, I'd hold back. Housing is terrible, and the loss compare to simply paying the rent may be higher.
See if Cypress/La Palma/Cerritos may work. Safer areas. Crime is pretty low in those cities. Lakewood/Artesia it's a bit higher.
I'm looking to get a second home for the long run in La Mirada, near Beach/Rosecran. It's somewhat safe, but the surrounding area is something to be left undesired. It's also in the 650-700k range right now for a 3/2+ house. I'll prolly offer them 10-12% below what they are asking... might as well low ball them now like I did back in the 90's.
See if Cypress/La Palma/Cerritos may work. Safer areas. Crime is pretty low in those cities. Lakewood/Artesia it's a bit higher.
I'm looking to get a second home for the long run in La Mirada, near Beach/Rosecran. It's somewhat safe, but the surrounding area is something to be left undesired. It's also in the 650-700k range right now for a 3/2+ house. I'll prolly offer them 10-12% below what they are asking... might as well low ball them now like I did back in the 90's.