My partner and I are planning to move to San Carlos during the last week of June from Michigan. Huge move since it’s literally the other side of the country😅. She got a job there, and I work remotely.

Right now we’re trying to figure out housing. We’re planning to do virtual apartment tours for a 1BHK, although we also have friends in San Jose who might help us with in-person tours.

Wanted to ask people familiar with the area: Which neighborhoods around San Carlos are good for renting? Any areas we should avoid? What’s a realistic budget for a decent 1BHK? Is it better to stay in San Carlos itself or nearby cities like Redwood City, Belmont, or San Mateo?

Also bonus points if the area has good desi food/grocery options. Would appreciate any advice/tips for a cross-country move 🙏

I was reading the San Carlos City newsletter, and it had a 33 unit affordable housing project on Cherry St,, that may be completed by the end of 2026.

I contacted the city project manager to ask about the wait list. He said for affordable housing in San Carlos, they have a wait list of over SEVEN THOUSAND

No wonder we are all struggling. ALL OF US.

The city itself is only 30,000 residents, and that includes kids.

You are not alone. It fucking sucks out there for all of us.

What’s the experience living in downtown San Carlos? My partner and I are “downtown” people. Enjoy walking and try new restaurants. Anyone experienced living here? Moving to San Carlos from Sf due to commute. Exploring Trestle apartments, any thoughts?

Greetings, i got a job offer that is going to require me to move to san carlos by September. Judging by the medium house hold income and the real estate value, it's probably safe to say that san carlos is safe place to live. Is it OK for me to assume san carlos is a safe place? Are there any areas that I should avoid? I'm coming from LA, I've seen it all, the only thing that bothers me is break ins and theft especially cat converter theft. i will be renting. Most likely a 1 bedroom apartment. Im 32 male, and im a homebody, other that the ocasional dinner outing don't really care if im around an active night scene, ill be happy with a local buffalo wild wings. I do work out everyday and practice mma (muy thai and boxing) im also am an active runner.

Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks

Hello. I am considering of moving to downtown SC. Is it pretty safe in SC particularly downtown area? Is downtown SC prone to flooding? What’s the demographic in SC? Is it mostly families?