Replying to comments is not making accusations, so maybe you can lighten up too. I am glad you are happy where you live too.
My point is that it great that better homes are being built in Oceanside. Carlsbad tax base has increased greatly because of the large box style homes built that carry with them higher property taxes and assessment taxes, which create better looking cities, as you must know as an appraiser. Oceanside is finally catching up on Commercial and Industrial building too, so it won’t be just a bedroom community, which is a great thing.
No, I do not think the rundown neighborhoods are very attractive, who does. But, as far as your “comment” as to why we moved closer to the 78, it is because of my husband’s long commute to San Diego, which is also another big reason Oceanside is more affordable as you surely understand. I actually like the areas of Oceanside close to the countryside of Bonsall, Vista and Fallbrook.