AVOID Moving to Irvine, CA | 4 Ugly Truths

Are you considering moving to Irvine California but want to make sure you have a balanced perspective? Well in today’s video, local Realtor, Garrett Gahn is breaking down the top 4 reasons not to move to Irvine that you should be aware of and consider before moving.
Are you considering buying, selling or relocating to Orange County and want to discuss your plan with a local Realtor?
If so, let's chat 👇
Garrett Gahn (Huntington Beach Realtor/Orange County Real Estate)
DRE 02129868
KASE Real Estate
Contact Garrett today!
714-362-1494
garrett@kasere.com
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  • @livinginoc
    @livinginoc Жыл бұрын

    🤔Thinking of Moving to Orange County, CA? 📝 Im Here to Help! 📱 Call or Text: 714-362-1494 📨 Email: garrett@kasere.com

  • @shredbettystixx
    @shredbettystixx10 ай бұрын

    Your reasoning are your's but they no way justify your video title. Seems like clickbait to me. I grew up in Irvine and it is perfect. CLEAN, SAFE, CONVENIENT, BEST SCHOOLS, BEST PARKS/LAKES, GREAT NEIGHBORS. I don't appreciate your title when its obviously just for views. It's nothing but misleading.

  • @bjornbergen8900

    @bjornbergen8900

    7 ай бұрын

    negative tag line get more clicks

  • @GirtonOramsay

    @GirtonOramsay

    7 ай бұрын

    I was just biking down one of the trails today (Im a new resident to SoCal) and stopped in Irvine for lunch. Didn't know much of anything about it but damn, it was weirdly so nice and pleasant and wondered why. Good to know it is that amazing to the locals.

  • @pankaj_suman

    @pankaj_suman

    6 ай бұрын

    Exactly Infact more than half the adult wanting peace n chill lifestyle...

  • @magic7350

    @magic7350

    Ай бұрын

    No nightlife

  • @rodrigopires868
    @rodrigopires868 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video! Exactly what I was looking for

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear that, you’re very welcome! Thanks for watching Rodrigo. Reach out with any lingering questions you may have!

  • @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531
    @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 Жыл бұрын

    Grew up in Orange County, right on the tri border, Fountain Valley, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, and also lived in Anaheim. back in the 70's-90's great place to grow up and live. If I was to move back, Fountain Valley, Orange, & Anaheim!!!

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Great input. Thank you for tuning in!

  • @christy4355
    @christy435511 ай бұрын

    Thanks for this video!!!

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    11 ай бұрын

    You're very welcome! Do you live here in Irvine?

  • @ivanferraz8914
    @ivanferraz8914 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video and channel, congrats!

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Ivan!

  • @employmentlaw90210
    @employmentlaw902103 ай бұрын

    Irvine has quickly become my top pick for a place to call home. I made the move from Austin, Texas, and have been blown away by how pristine everything is here. The locals are just as warm and welcoming as those in Texas, and there's never a shortage of tasty dining options or fun activities to enjoy. Plus, the cost of living is just as reasonable as it was in Austin.

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s great to hear the comparison with another popular relocation city! When did you make your move from Austin?

  • @AliGee_
    @AliGee_ Жыл бұрын

    Hi Garret, Do you have some pros/cons for Mirasol and Avalon in irvine? Thank you!

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Alicia, good to hear from you! Go ahead and send me a text or email and I’ll be happy to give any incite I can for you. 📞 714 362 1494 📧 garrett@kasere.com

  • @ksmith2852

    @ksmith2852

    Жыл бұрын

    Avalon: Avoid!!!

  • @swatisquantum
    @swatisquantum Жыл бұрын

    With a family, Irvine is close to perfect if you are able to handle the cost of living. The safe parks, proximity to major destinations, and weather is just heaven. :)

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely, I totally agree with you! Are you a resident here in Irvine?

  • @ivanferraz8914
    @ivanferraz8914 Жыл бұрын

    I am from Brazil and I will be a PhD visiting student for 6 months at UCI. Do you recomend a ny cheap place near UCI where I can rent a dorm? I believe that I will have to pay in advance 1 month rent from Brazil before I get there, right?

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Ivan, thank you for reaching out! Go ahead and send me an email at garrett@kasere.com and I’ll be happy to give my best recommendations once I know a little more about your specific situation.

  • @AliGee_

    @AliGee_

    Жыл бұрын

    UCI also has housing programs for their staff/faculty. They are substantially cheaper than anything I've ever seen on the market. You should ask about housing programs offered through UCI :)

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AliGee_ Great advise! Do you work or study at UCI?

  • @AliGee_

    @AliGee_

    Жыл бұрын

    @@livinginoc I'm an almuni, but my partner works there.

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AliGee_ Awesome, thank you for tuning in and sharing!

  • @Armando.Sepulveda
    @Armando.Sepulveda Жыл бұрын

    How safe is Irvine particularly at night?

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Abraham. Irvine is extremely safe no matter the time of day or night! It’s the safest city of its size in the entire country. You will feel very safe even on a midnight walk.

  • @usericecreamtmpp123
    @usericecreamtmpp123 Жыл бұрын

    Good morning. I have look at good home .

  • @Rainbow_1981
    @Rainbow_1981 Жыл бұрын

    Cost of housing+Mello-roos yearly + property taxes+ home insurance . certainly public schools are good/ safest city/ wish more of public transportation

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Are you a resident here in Irvine?

  • @clearsky158

    @clearsky158

    Жыл бұрын

    We are not welcome poor people. Period.

  • @Jahncke2PACK
    @Jahncke2PACK4 ай бұрын

    Jah2pack artist on KZread just trying to get more visibility posting here honestly thou lake forest resident for about 20 years Irvine is irvine

  • @chanicexchantel
    @chanicexchantel10 ай бұрын

    Just moved here and what a great upgrade from Long Beach. Feels safe and close to work so win win. 🙌🏼

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    10 ай бұрын

    Congrats on your move and welcome to the OC!

  • @arthurd4058
    @arthurd4058 Жыл бұрын

    Hey what are appartment rents for students at occ and UC Irvine??

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    That depends! Both schools do offer specific student housing options. Send me an email and Id be happy to advise you on your specific situation!

  • @arthurd4058

    @arthurd4058

    Жыл бұрын

    @@livinginoc sure bro thx

  • @1974dormouse

    @1974dormouse

    Жыл бұрын

    Wife works for a large apartments company, and for nicer areas like Irvine, Huntington Beach (PCH area), you are looking at around $2500 to $3000 for a 1 bedroom

  • @arthurd4058

    @arthurd4058

    Жыл бұрын

    @@1974dormouse What 2500 to 3000? Isn't it too much for one bedroom

  • @usericecreamtmpp123
    @usericecreamtmpp123 Жыл бұрын

    Good afternoon 😊

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello!

  • @JonnyBeoulve
    @JonnyBeoulve Жыл бұрын

    Good video

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for tuning in! Do you live here in Irvine?

  • @JonnyBeoulve

    @JonnyBeoulve

    Жыл бұрын

    @@livinginoc I live in Seattle but I'm considering moving to Irvine. Currently looking at apartments.

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyBeoulve Congrats! If you'd like to discuss the move or have any questions send me and email, I'd be happy to assist. garrett@kasere.com

  • @1974dormouse
    @1974dormouse Жыл бұрын

    Wife and I want to stay in OC, but we want to live in a safe (doesn’t have to be Irvine safe, but safer than Santa Ana) and low cost homes. Back in the 90’s the city of Orange use to be this, but not sure anymore.

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Reach out to me! I'd love to understand a little more about your specific situation to see how best I can advise you. 📞714 362 1494 📧 garrett@kasere.com

  • @IanValle21

    @IanValle21

    Жыл бұрын

    Fountain Valley is a good option, Costa Mesa.

  • @kawaiihikari0
    @kawaiihikari05 ай бұрын

    Nah fam Irvine is definitely much more clean and safe…. I live in the IE at least compared to most of OC especially Irvine there is no comparison to how safe and clean it is

  • @greenlion6544
    @greenlion65446 ай бұрын

    Have a job offer to move there… but hesitant to leave Miami and Florida, the best city in America. :(

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    6 ай бұрын

    I wouldn’t trade Orange County for anything but that’s just me! Depends on your specific situation but if you have any questions about Irvine, feel free to reach out to me direct!

  • @greenlion6544

    @greenlion6544

    6 ай бұрын

    @@livinginoc thank you, my brother. I think for me it’s the lack of walkability, amenities and nightlife. Those crazy taxes don’t help either! I can see how it’s a great place to live for a young family though! I will definitely reach out

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    6 ай бұрын

    @@greenlion6544 looking forward to hearing from you! 714 362 1494

  • @thisiswill
    @thisiswill Жыл бұрын

    It’s huge. Everything is spread out. Neighborhoods are silos. The city layout discourages walking from one neighborhood to the next. A car is a must to move around within the city. The city is built to discourage civic and social assembly. It’s a city where one rests, but not a city where one can also experience and feel alive. I would describe it as a top-down, command-and-control city layout. There is an evident central-planning presence which makes it easy to navigate many and large vehicles around town. I would describe it as a dormant military base, the way the city has been planned and laid out. There’s a sense that it can be mobilized for passage, if needed. It’s good for a season if you’re young, or to await your last days if you’re elderly. It’s hardly a place to feel alive.

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for tuning in and commenting your thoughts Will! Are you currently an Irvine resident or have you been in the past?

  • @thisiswill

    @thisiswill

    Жыл бұрын

    I am currently. In all fairness, and to provide some background on what experiences influence my impression, I moved into the Spectrum area a couple months ago. I moved here from San Diego, and before that I lived in San Francisco. Those are bigger cities of course, and the vibe of the neighborhoods in those cities is also more eclectic to me, and those cities don’t follow Master Plans. So I am still working on getting to know the city, the area, and I’m continuing to develop my opinion of Irvine.

  • @TouchofDepth

    @TouchofDepth

    4 ай бұрын

    this is so well said, I completely agree

  • @msrdo20
    @msrdo20 Жыл бұрын

    maybe show pictures?

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Certainly, what would you like to see more of? Thank you for tuning in!

  • @nabi5864
    @nabi5864 Жыл бұрын

    Money was not an issue for us to move to Irvine... Sure the area was super safe and super clean...It was the pretense and unfriendliness there that propelled us as a family to move out of the area...We're an Asian family btw.... Fortunately, we moved away to Spain...We were absolutely astounded by the open lovable friendly communities and cultures... Matter of fact, Europe, especially many parts of Scandinavia, the kids aren't as pretentious or mean cliques like the ones in Irvine/South OC.. My kids just love the precociously friendly kids here in Europe ...We love it!

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for tuning in and sharing your experience Nabi! How long did you live in Irvine for before making the move over seas?

  • @h.u.g007

    @h.u.g007

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow, I literally feel the same way & been to Spain twice & want to move there as well. Spain has places that look like California but the people are so beautiful and kind.

  • @kawaiihikari0

    @kawaiihikari0

    5 ай бұрын

    lol but so many Asians live there lmao. Mainly chinese and white pepper lolll literally all international students even in HS all ended up going to Irvine after they graduated lol so what is it other Asians being mean or sumn lmaooo

  • @kawaiihikari0

    @kawaiihikari0

    5 ай бұрын

    Nobody needs you here lmao do as you please nobody cares

  • @seinundzeiten

    @seinundzeiten

    3 ай бұрын

    yes I live both in Irvine and Europe...my kids did not like the schools here so they went to Europe....Europe is far better than Irvine

  • @clearsky158
    @clearsky158 Жыл бұрын

    Please lads. Riverside is more cheap. Swear to God. Go to Riverside

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Riverside is certainly more affordable, and there are good reasons for that! It all depends what is going to be most important to you. Thanks for watching!

  • @slimfit_7964

    @slimfit_7964

    Жыл бұрын

    I live in riverside and its boring

  • @clearsky158

    @clearsky158

    Жыл бұрын

    @@slimfit_7964 stay there as long as you can

  • @GirtonOramsay

    @GirtonOramsay

    7 ай бұрын

    I'm living in SoCal for good proximity to the coasts, screw the inland empire

  • @BbCc-uf8fu
    @BbCc-uf8fu Жыл бұрын

    Nice. Why in Irvine every corner has newly built apartment complex. Where is Irvine expecting all these renters??? Out of space aliens

  • @livinginoc

    @livinginoc

    Жыл бұрын

    Demand drives development! Do you live in Irvine?

  • @Hmmm-hmmm
    @Hmmm-hmmm4 ай бұрын

    Irvine is going downhill now. All realtors should be concerned. Irvine City Council has been a Middle East conflict since November. Protesters are in City Council meetings, in the streets, and outside homes. Irvine is on a very bad trajectory.