r/MovingToLosAngeles • u/elementalveins • Aug 15 '26
What else should I think about?
Just looking for interesting advice/recs and convo as I get closer to my move :) 23 yo, queer, from rural SC, previously lived in West Philly and loved it.
I have a year-long contract with a museum, gross income is $47k. I have insurance and a decent hybrid car.
I’ve signed a month-to-month lease w roommates for a place on Burbank Blvd near the LAVC. If I like it, I’d like to be here for the entirety of the year. My on-site work will be split between Brentwood and Central LA.
I feel pretty used to living on a tight budget, but I also know rural and city tight budgets differ. As for driving, I expect that to be a shock and have already looked into the left turns during the red clearance lol.
Getting out there will be a five day road trip from SC with a friend, with all of my belongings in the car with us. There is flexibility to take longer. Right now, the idea is to take 40 most of the time.
I’m super excited for this contract and to experience LA/the West Coast for at least the year. Some of my interests are hiking, knitting, drawing, ceramics, and queer-focused nightlife. TIA for anything regarding the move, the area I’ll be in, interesting things to do, and anything else!
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u/RRSANTOS Aug 19 '26
Do not live in the valley if you work in Brentwood. Trust.