Life Living in San Diego? - Page 2

Shag · 08-02-2016, 08:29 PM

Earlier today, I was presented with the option to relocate my job to San Diego (currently in Minneapolis). For those who live, or who have lived, in San Diego, what can you tell me about living there? I've been there a few times, and really enjoyed myself, but living there is a whole different thing.

I make a good living, but would only be getting a token cost of living adjustment (not quite 10%). I understand that housing, in particular, is crazy expensive, and I'd have to make some sacrifices there. I generally enjoy the outdoors, sports, beer, the beach. On the surface, SD is perfect, though I wouldn't know anyone there, or have an office to meet people (would be working out of my place).

So, for those who live, or have lived, in San Diego - thoughts? What do you like/hate about living in SD? Would you recommend others live there?

**Rain Man** · 08-02-2016, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Shag

I'm in IT sales, so I'd be covering a territory, based out of my house. I'd be visiting customers around SoCal and AZ.

Where in SoCal? I think that's key. I regularly go to Orange County and it's not bad in terms of traffic, but if I had to drive in Los Angeles regularly I think I would quickly go insane.

**Rain Man** · 08-02-2016, 09:15 PM

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Funny - my Wife is from St Paul and while It's "different", I would prefer it to Southern California. Can't say that I hated it - just didn't like it. $575K for less house than I paid $250K for in Olathe was a bummer and, quite frankly, I got sick to death of sunshine. And as a guy that grew up in Phoenix and LA - that's hard to say. I got used to the seasons in KC and learned to love them. The infrastructure of San Diego is horrendous. Went to a game at Qualcomm and it is (literally) falling down. Traffic is generally not too bad - but it can be a dog from time to time - and on the rare occasion it rains - it's katy -bar- the door with traffic. The proximity to the border wasn't my thing either. I lived in Eastlake (just South of San Diego proper) and my Son lived on Coronado Island.

Like I said - just wasn't my thing. I was glad the day it came time for me to "come home".

After living in south Texas for a couple of years, I too started missing seasons and cold weather. I'm not sure why, because year-round warm weather is nice, but I was glad to move to Denver and get some snow again.

On the housing side, a good friend of mine lives in San Diego. He's in a beautiful neighborhood, but his house cost roughly the same as mine in Denver and it's probably about 40 percent as large. That's kind of a downside.

But all in all, I don't think I would turn down a chance to live in San Diego. I don't know San Diego very well, but I could certainly live in Orange County for a couple of years and be happy. It doesn't mean a permanent commitment if you don't like it.

Randallflagg · 08-02-2016, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by raybec 4

You were a young teen for 9 years? You got that Benjamin Button disease?

Yeah, my bad. My Old Man retired from the Air Force and we moved to LA for 9 years from age 11 on.

On a lighter note - I got to work in some of the better known studios on the Strip - got to meet a few legends. Had my folks known the shit that went on in those days - they would have strangled me dead.

I don't know - maybe they DID know. They seemed genuinely relived when I joined the Army and left the "LA Scene" behind me.....and headed for Fort Benning then Viet Nam.

**Rain Man** · 08-02-2016, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BiStateNo

Yeah, my bad. My Old Man retired from the Air Force and we moved to LA for 9 years from age 11 on.

On a lighter note - I got to work in some of the better known studios on the Strip - got to meet a few legends. Had my folks known the shit that went on in those days - they would have strangled me dead.

I don't know - maybe they DID know. They seemed genuinely relived when I joined the Army and left the "LA Scene" behind me.....and headed for Fort Benning then Viet Nam.

Yeah, because what kind of trouble could a person possibly get into in Vietnam?

Randallflagg · 08-02-2016, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

After living in south Texas for a couple of years, I too started missing seasons and cold weather. I'm not sure why, because year-round warm weather is nice, but I was glad to move to Denver and get some snow again.

On the housing side, a good friend of mine lives in San Diego. He's in a beautiful neighborhood, but his house cost roughly the same as mine in Denver and it's probably about 40 percent as large. That's kind of a downside.

But all in all, I don't think I would turn down a chance to live in San Diego. I don't know San Diego very well, but I could certainly live in Orange County for a couple of years and be happy. It doesn't mean a permanent commitment if you don't like it.

Never lived in South Texas, but I did live in Central Texas for a couple of years (Fort Hood).

Look, the summers in KC can be (and usually are) brutal. But for me - when Fall hits, it's all good! That was my biggest gripe about San Diego. Yes, the weather is wonderful but Jesus - it gets boring after a while. And, unless you are a complete beach bum - it gets old quick. I've taken the whale watching tours, the harbor tour, the whole 9 yards and still - I prefer KC.

Randallflagg · 08-02-2016, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

Yeah, because what kind of trouble could a person possibly get into in Vietnam?

Still got a piece of Chinese shrapnel from a RPG floating around in my thigh....

However, in MY family, you served. I'd rather take my chances with the Viet Cong than an old Colonel (my Father)

Shag · 08-02-2016, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BiStateNo

Funny - my Wife is from St Paul and while It's "different", I would prefer it to Southern California. Can't say that I hated it - just didn't like it. $575K for less house than I paid $250K for in Olathe was a bummer and, quite frankly, I got sick to death of sunshine. And as a guy that grew up in Phoenix and LA - that's hard to say. I got used to the seasons in KC and learned to love them. The infrastructure of San Diego is horrendous. Went to a game at Qualcomm and it is (literally) falling down. Traffic is generally not too bad - but it can be a dog from time to time - and on the rare occasion it rains - it's katy -bar- the door with traffic. The proximity to the border wasn't my thing either. I lived in Eastlake (just South of San Diego proper) and my Son lived on Coronado Island.

Like I said - just wasn't my thing. I was glad the day it came time for me to "come home".

Fair enough. Housing costs are probably the biggest downside to SoCal, but I like being outside enough that it would hopefully not be a big issue. Would definitely be an adjustment, though. It's a balancing act, I suppose - perfect weather and high housing costs, vs long winters and lower costs.

Shag · 08-02-2016, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

Where in SoCal? I think that's key. I regularly go to Orange County and it's not bad in terms of traffic, but if I had to drive in Los Angeles regularly I think I would quickly go insane.

Would be both the SD and LA areas, so I would likely be driving into LA somewhat regularly, though I imagine it would only be a few times a month.

Kiimo · 08-02-2016, 09:49 PM

San Diego is ridiculously awesome don't be a fool. Ocean Beach is perfection.

Also in two years traffic won't even bother you.

**Baby Lee** · 08-02-2016, 10:05 PM

Buck noze ghey barz!!

Pack your boas.

ModSocks · 08-02-2016, 10:21 PM

I've lived here in SD most of my life. It's expensive. I often get jealous seeing other people pay less money for nicer homes.

If you're adventurous then you'll like it. If you're a homebody then maybe just stay in KC because you won't be getting what you're paying for. Imo, SD's best asset is its proximity to pretty much everything you'd ever want to do on any given weekend, and there's always an abundance of events to attend that are free and great for kids, family etc.

If all you're gonna do is work and stay at home, then the weather isn't worth paying for.

Simply Red · 08-02-2016, 10:25 PM

Minneapolis is fine guys.

Demonpenz · 08-03-2016, 02:16 AM

Anything to get away from winter and the heat of summer. Especially if you are prone to deep depression. Lots of people kill themselves because of the weather in the midwest.

eDave · 08-03-2016, 02:20 AM

If you want to live in nice places, you gotta pay for it. SD is a nice place. I'd go Carlsbad or something though if you are commuting into LA too. Personally, I'd get as close to the beach as possible. You can do that, renting, for about $2500.

Life change for sure.

Ecto-I · 08-03-2016, 03:00 AM

I've lived in San Diego for 10 years and I think it's the best place I've lived (I'm 32 and have lived in KC, Anchorage, and San Luis Obispo). I also travel quite a bit for work but am excited to come back to this amazing city every time.

Cost of living isn't like SF or NYC but still fairly high. I'm actually looking at buying my first place right now. It's doable - just depends on your preference (condo vs house) and proximity to things like downtown and/or the beach.

But I would always recommend moving here.

08-02-2016, 08:29 PM
Shag MVP Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: San Diego, CA Casino cash: $2033342	Living in San Diego? Earlier today, I was presented with the option to relocate my job to San Diego (currently in Minneapolis). For those who live, or who have lived, in San Diego, what can you tell me about living there? I've been there a few times, and really enjoyed myself, but living there is a whole different thing. I make a good living, but would only be getting a token cost of living adjustment (not quite 10%). I understand that housing, in particular, is crazy expensive, and I'd have to make some sacrifices there. I generally enjoy the outdoors, sports, beer, the beach. On the surface, SD is perfect, though I wouldn't know anyone there, or have an office to meet people (would be working out of my place). So, for those who live, or have lived, in San Diego - thoughts? What do you like/hate about living in SD? Would you recommend others live there?
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Kiimo MVP Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Studio City, CA Casino cash: $3928742	San Diego is ridiculously awesome don't be a fool. Ocean Beach is perfection. Also in two years traffic won't even bother you.
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ModSocks Needs more middle fingers Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego Casino cash: $4174563	I've lived here in SD most of my life. It's expensive. I often get jealous seeing other people pay less money for nicer homes. If you're adventurous then you'll like it. If you're a homebody then maybe just stay in KC because you won't be getting what you're paying for. Imo, SD's best asset is its proximity to pretty much everything you'd ever want to do on any given weekend, and there's always an abundance of events to attend that are free and great for kids, family etc. If all you're gonna do is work and stay at home, then the weather isn't worth paying for. __________________ Life is like a dick. Sometimes it gets hard for no reason, but it can't stay hard forever.
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Demonpenz I got Rice cookin in the micro Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Apartment "G UNIT!" Casino cash: $3042136	Anything to get away from winter and the heat of summer. Especially if you are prone to deep depression. Lots of people kill themselves because of the weather in the midwest. __________________
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eDave Banned Join Date: Jan 2013 Casino cash: $9998560	If you want to live in nice places, you gotta pay for it. SD is a nice place. I'd go Carlsbad or something though if you are commuting into LA too. Personally, I'd get as close to the beach as possible. You can do that, renting, for about $2500. Life change for sure.
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Ecto-I The only way to Travel. Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: In the car Casino cash: $5223602	I've lived in San Diego for 10 years and I think it's the best place I've lived (I'm 32 and have lived in KC, Anchorage, and San Luis Obispo). I also travel quite a bit for work but am excited to come back to this amazing city every time. Cost of living isn't like SF or NYC but still fairly high. I'm actually looking at buying my first place right now. It's doable - just depends on your preference (condo vs house) and proximity to things like downtown and/or the beach. But I would always recommend moving here.
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