El Segundo, California

Mayberry By The Sea

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What's it like to live in El Segundo?

cfthree
7mo ago
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We’ve been here on-and-off since 1996. Wish we would have bought then. Kids went to schools here (good) and yes the town is hemmed in by:

International Airport
Chevron Refinery
Sewage Treatment Plant
Power Plant
Busy Highway (PCH)

That said, when I’m home, it’s such a great spot. Tucked away, quiet but for the big jets taking off (you get used to that), great restaurants, very walkable (beach >1 mile away), great coastal weather, etc. City services are very good. We had to call 911 for a medical emergency and trucks/crew were at our door in 3 minutes. Local PD is ever present but never had a negative experience, as I keep to the speed limit around town.

Lived in Old Torrance for several years in between and would consider moving back if the opportunity was right. Access to Japanese groceries and the twice-weekly Farmers Market at Wilson Park huge draw for me.

If you can, choose a town with its own municipal services and school district. LAUSD and LAPD (or LASD) don’t compare to locally run. And yes, I realize TPD has a rep.

chofito88
1y ago
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I moved to El Segundo ten years ago. I love it! The plane noise is not bad and the air quality is fine. El Segundo is its own city and not part of Los Angeles. The City throws many activities for its residents. Summer concert series, farmers market Thursdays, Richmond Fair, Soap Box derby, fireworks show. There is no shortage of community events. The food/drink scene is great. You’ve got the brewery, couple sports bars, and my favorite The Purple Orchid. Jame Italian is really good. 99 Cent store, Rite Aid. Someone mentioned in the comments that there is no public transit. That is wrong. You can catch the Beach Cities Transit which runs from Redondo to LAX. You can also take the BCT to the Green line which then you can take to downtown LA. If you have any questions please ask!

zkarabat
7mo ago
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El Segundo is a small, great area but if your sensitive to odors or noise maybe not the best choice since you are wedged between the refinery and the airport. That being said, really good schools and a cool area for sure.

If it proves a bit pricey - check out Torrance as well. Good schools but less walkable. Some areas of Torrance are real pricey but North and more eastern parts can be a bit more affordable.

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