kpaske

You know, the best idea would be for you to live in SD or LA for a period of time before buying. That way you really get to know what you like and don't like. I lived in LA for....all my life except for the three years I've been here.

I love the area I'm in. Stones throw away from the beach, 12 minute to downtown, coastal weather, if you go inland....2 miles it can get much hotter than the coast. I'm between the 5,52,56 and 805 fwys. So great access to everywhere.

Escondido is nice, but if your moving to SD then why settle for anything that is not right by the beach or at least quick access. They found that if you live more than 10minutes away...people just don't go on a regular basis. Now that okay if the beach or coast is not what you came here for. But if it is...even in a small way. Just......look. When you get out here I'll show you what I mean.

As for LA. You have alot of choices. First and foremost, San Gabriel or San Fernando Valley. It makes a big difference. Two different worlds. I personnaly like the San Gabriel Valley the best. Cities like Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Parts of Pasadena, La Canada. You may want to ask ANITA. I believes she lives in the Fernando Valley.