[quote=sdduuuude]There is always the “try before you buy” option: Rent in Clairemont for a year. Get to know the area. Learn the market. Keep an eye out for the right house.
At the same time, you shorten your commute and maybe save some money to aim for UC instead of Clairemont.
I’d say prices will be flat to down a bit in a year, too.[/quote]
Great advice !
There’s nothing like living in a community to understand the nuances of neighborhoods.