Stockton, California

Dramatic_Zebra4831
Living in Stockton
2mo ago
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I moved to stockton about two years ago from san francisco, antioch, fairfield areas. i love my house and neighborhood. i have lived in the inner city for a good part of my life - also in nyc. stockton makes me feel like nyc. depends on the block and the area. get to know your neighbors and you’re pretty safe. once in a while you hear about issues. but tbh my block and neighborhood in country club area is really nice. quiet. everyone takes care of their house. the weather is beautiful in stockton and the change of seasons is awesome people are super nice. great shopping and places to eat. if you like the outdoors plenty of water sports, hiking and biking. lots of people are moving here from SF, LA and Boston in the last few years. don’t be afraid. but someone did say in another post if you’re not already somewhat street smart and comfortable with it, live in lodi, galt or manteca.

TopG2oh9
Living in Stockton
10mo ago
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Stockton isn’t as bad as people make it out to be. I think a lot has to do with your outlook on life and perspective.

It might be a good idea to become friends with a person from here. Preferably someone that has been here for many years.

I met people moved here from the Bay Area and love the weather, communities and people.

There are several great communities as well as terrible ones. This is why it’s probably a good idea to actually establish friendships prior to the move if possible.

Good luck and welcome to Stockton (in advance)!

marthastewart209
Living in Stockton
10mo ago
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Brookside, Spanos, Lincoln village west, UOP (south of main campus). There are other pockets, but you are really looking for a gated community with private security. Whether that is an apartment or house.

These neighborhoods are more expensive, but you are a nurse, and I am sure your boyfriend is not a bum. So you can afford it with no problem. Otherwise, commute from Lodi (be careful that has terrible neighborhoods as well)

Here is free crime map from city of stockton (lexus nexus). It does not show data from Lincoln police district or the county sheriff. So you will notice some areas without crime. http://communitycrimemap.com/

Dramatic_Zebra4831
Living in Stockton
2mo ago
🦉🦉🦉

I moved to stockton about two years ago from san francisco, antioch, fairfield areas. i love my house and neighborhood. i have lived in the inner city for a good part of my life - also in nyc. stockton makes me feel like nyc. depends on the block and the area. get to know your neighbors and you’re pretty safe. once in a while you hear about issues. but tbh my block and neighborhood in country club area is really nice. quiet. everyone takes care of their house. the weather is beautiful in stockton and the change of seasons is awesome people are super nice. great shopping and places to eat. if you like the outdoors plenty of water sports, hiking and biking. lots of people are moving here from SF, LA and Boston in the last few years. don’t be afraid. but someone did say in another post if you’re not already somewhat street smart and comfortable with it, live in lodi, galt or manteca.

Pros and Cons of Moving to Stockton CA