San Francisco

Been looking at rent again today and it's not that bad in reality when compared to London, is it? I think it seems reasonable, but considering I'd probably be living on my own, it will cost a shite load more than it does in London.

Also, I've been looking at outside of SF 'proper.' But not on the East Bay as I don't want to reply on public transport to get across the bay. San Rafael seems nice and it would be a beautiful 20 mile commute to work...

It's similar to London for sure. I just got a shock as I have not rented in London in over 10 years so didn't realize how much the rent prices had risen! Also if you share it's much more reasonable

San Rafael is lovely, and you could cycle over the bridge no problem. You looking 20 mile return or 20 mile each way ? Oh also at night you'd have to get the bridge people to open the gates to allow you to cycle across. I do find it funny, gates shut as people jump off the bridge but because you are on a bike technically a vehicle they can't stop you. So moral of the story is, if you want to jump, turn up on a bike not foot (or do it during the day).