Lafayette, CA Reviews


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Lafayette, California is a small city located in the San Francisco Bay Area. It has a population of around 25,000 and is known for its high median household income and highly rated public schools. The city offers a suburban feel with plenty of parks, restaurants, and shopping options. However, there are also some drawbacks such as high cost of living and traffic congestion.

According to user reviews on BestPlaces, many people have positive things to say about living in Lafayette. One user, named Emily, mentions that "the community here is amazing - friendly and welcoming." Another user, named Mark, appreciates the "great public schools and safe neighborhoods" in Lafayette. However, not all reviews are positive. As Patricia states, "the cost of living is extremely high and the traffic during rush hour is unbearable." Similarly, John shares his experience of "paying exorbitant taxes and having limited affordable housing options." Despite the cons, many users seem to love living in Lafayette, with user Maryann stating that "the peaceful and charming atmosphere make it worth the high cost of living." Overall, it seems that Lafayette is a desirable place to live, but it may not be feasible for those on a tighter budget.

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I love my little town! - 5/11/2011
Living in Lafayette is wonderful, if you can afford it! The rolling hills, the great schools and the climate make this a great place to Read More

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Upscale (mostly), Friendly (mostly) and Trendy (mo - 8/21/2009
Great place to raise kids, nice restaurants and some good stores. A bit sparse on things like theaters etc.

Weather in Summer is HOT HOT HOT. Bring sunblock and shorts. But bring sweaters and long pants for evenings.

And occasionally, face toward the NE and say, "Barnegat Blummis Read More

Weather - 6/16/2007
Summers are too cool due to marine Read More

Great place to raise Children - 3/16/2006
Public schools are outstanding. Neighborhood is freindly, reminecent of the Ward and June Cleaver's digs in Leave it to Read More

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