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julian_scott

Question

13 years ago
I'm from the Bay Area
Homes are expensive . Where can I live in the country similar to the
Bay Area offerings that have the most bang for the buck in home offerings without excessive cost.
Irvine · More Info

Comments (4)

  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Check out the santa cruz mountains - Felton, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek.
  • 13 years ago
    how do I create those steps and pebbles please
  • 13 years ago
    Yes, please share information on how to do the steps with gravel and railroad ties (or whatever was used).
  • 12 years ago
    Julian Scott, Mendocino Coutny can be paradise and is way less expensive than the Bay Area, but very rural.
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