{"id":16554,"date":"2024-07-29T07:55:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T11:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=16554"},"modified":"2025-09-05T11:15:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T15:15:16","slug":"moving-to-the-bay-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/moving-to-the-bay-area\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving to the Bay Area: Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"690\/444\" width=\"690\" height=\"444\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/golden-gate-bridge-1.jpg\" alt=\"Moving to the Bay Area\" class=\"wp-image-43230 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/golden-gate-bridge-1.jpg 690w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/golden-gate-bridge-1-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The mysterious fog over the Golden Gate Bridge only hints at the wonders that await you in the Bay Area.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hl-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Highlights\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Moving to the Bay Area can easily prove to be the opportunity of a lifetime for you and your family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are many excellent reasons to move to the San Francisco Bay Area. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are you ready to step way out of your comfort zone in pursuit of a better life?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Here&#8217;s everything you need to know before you move to the Bay Area so that there are no regrets after the move.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-caf1a7\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\";\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\";\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Reasons_To_Move_To_Bay_Area\">Reasons To Move To The Bay Area<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Things_To_Know_Before_Moving_To_Bay_Area\">Things To Know Before Moving To Bay Area<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Job_Market_And_Employment_Opportunities\">1. Job Market And Employment Opportunities<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Costs_Of_Living\">2. Costs Of Living<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Weather\">3. Weather<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Educational_System\">4. Educational System<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Best_Place_To_Move_In_The_Bay_Area\">The Best Places To Move In The Bay Area<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Moving_to_San_Francisco\">Moving to San Francisco<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Moving_to_the_East_Bay_\">Moving to the East Bay <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Moving_to_the_North_Bay_\">Moving to the North Bay <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Moving_to_the_Peninsula\">Moving to the Peninsula<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Moving_to_the_South_Bay\">Moving to the South Bay<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Moving_to_the_Outer_Bay_San_Cruz_and_San_Benito_counties\">Moving to the Outer Bay (San Cruz and San Benito counties)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Moving_To_Bay_Area_Advice\">Tips For Moving To Bay Area<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Moving_Preparations\">1. Prepare to move to the Bay Area<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Find_the_best_Bay_Area_movers\">2. Find the best Bay Area movers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Packing\">3. Pack like a pro<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Finish_the_final_preparations\">4. Finish the final preparations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Transportation\">5. Plan your relocation trip<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Settling_In\">6. Settle in quickly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#FUN_FACTS_about_the_San_Francisco_Bay_Area\">FUN FACTS about the San Francisco Bay Area<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you wish to have access to the world\u2019s leading high-tech companies in Silicon Valley, drink excellent Napa wines, listen to great music, and enjoy the fog over the Golden Gate Bridge all at the same time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are the kind of person who thrives in dynamic and progressive environments, who appreciates diversity and open-mindedness, who is motivated by challenges and excited by innovative ideas, the San Francisco Bay Area may be the <em>Heaven on Earth<\/em> for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarded as an epicenter of cultural events, high-tech development, and modernistic movements, the Bay Area boasts one of the highest living standards, the most successful economies, and the most liberal societies in the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The iconic images of Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and many other historical landmarks, architectural masterpieces, and scientific sites of interest have become symbolic of the rich cultural and historical background of the Bay Area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is more, the unrivaled beauty of the scenery, combining sunny coastal areas, romantic river estuaries, lush green hills, and majestic mountain peaks, and the great variety of outdoor pursuits available in the region, allow an easy escape to nature and a chance to enjoy some peaceful moments amidst the busy big city life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The abundance of sports and cultural events in the area attracts nationwide attention and provides a powerful stimulus for improving your own skills and talents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, there are so many exciting things to do, astonishing locations to explore, and inspiring projects to embark on that moving to the Bay Area will certainly turn into a remarkable adventure presenting you with the opportunity of a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get a fair price on your move\u2014watch this cost guide first!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\ud83d\ude9a How Much Does It Cost to Hire Long-Distance Movers in 2025? \ud83d\udce6\ud83d\udcb8\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NGdF8-m2S-g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Reasons_To_Move_To_Bay_Area\">Reasons To Move To The Bay Area<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-16559\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"266\/400\" width=\"266\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/diversity.jpg\" alt=\"Why move to the Bay Area?\" class=\"wp-image-43231 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/diversity.jpg 266w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/diversity-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 266px) 100vw, 266px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Diversity is typical of every aspect of life in the Bay Area.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you are thinking of moving to the Bay Area, you have either been offered a lucrative position in one of the major corporations headquartered in the region (the San Francisco Bay Area ranks second in the nation in terms of concentration of Fortune 500 companies) or have been attracted by the natural beauty, liberal politics, successful entrepreneurship, and incredible ethnical, religious, linguistic and ideological diversity typical of the nine counties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving to the Bay Area without a job, however, may not be a very good idea because it is one of the most expensive regions in the United States. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, before making any final decisions, you should find the answer to the following essential question <em>Is it worth moving to the Bay Area?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Appealing as the place may seem, the sky-high housing prices and upscale living standards may turn out to be a stumbling block in your pursuit of happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why are people moving to the Bay Area?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The average household income in the area is considerably higher than the country average (a couple of the wealthiest counties in the United States are located in the Bay Area);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Silicon Valley, home of several leading high technology companies in the world, is located within the reaches of the Bay Area;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The density of college graduates in the region is the second highest in the country;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Bay Area is a leading producer of high-quality food and wine. It is famous for its organic farming and sustainable agriculture which have led to the development of an innovative and highly praised local cuisine. What is more, green energy is implemented in the area on a very large scale;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The entire region is renowned for its natural beauty;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The incredible social diversity in the area has resulted in a tolerant and liberal community where discrimination and prejudice are no longer an issue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, if you want to move to the Bay Area, you should know that according to a 2013 population report from the California Department of Finance, \u201cthe Bay Area is the only region in California where the rate of people migrating in from other areas in the United States is greater than the rate of those leaving the region.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Assuming that you are aware of all the pros and cons of moving to the Bay Area, you should be able to make an informed decision about your future plans and your eventual moving strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/pros-cons-moving-new-city\/\">Pros and Cons of Moving to a New City<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Things_To_Know_Before_Moving_To_Bay_Area\">Things To Know Before Moving To Bay Area<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When moving across the country, you are advised to carefully research your future surroundings in terms of housing options, overall costs of living, employment and business opportunities, climatic conditions, safety and crime rate, infrastructure, green and recreational areas, local entertainment, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All those characteristics are slightly different for each of the nine counties in the area for geographical, demographical, economic, historical, and cultural reasons, but in general terms, this is what you should know before moving to the San Francisco Bay Area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Job_Market_And_Employment_Opportunities\">1. Job Market And Employment Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-16560 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/300\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area.jpg\" alt=\"Why should you move to the Bay Area?\" class=\"wp-image-43232 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Do you think that Silicon Valley resembles an enormous innovative microchip?<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Without a doubt, computer geeks have the highest chance of finding a premium job in the region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most high-profile technology companies in the world, such as Google, Yahoo!, Apple, eBay, Facebook, Oracle, Hewlett-Packard, Cisco Systems, and the Marvell Technology Group are headquartered in the Silicon Valley within the southern reaches of the Bay Area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, promising career opportunities in the Bay Area are available in a variety of other industries as well, due to the combined presence of several other Fortune 500 companies in San Francisco, San Jose, and Oakland. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agriculture, healthcare, industrial machinery, international trade, renewable energy production, tourism, transportation, and wine production are just some of the highly developed industries in the region offering plentiful lucrative positions for qualified personnel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Service economy and logistics are also prospering, with the Port of Oakland being the fifth-largest container shipping port in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Costs_Of_Living\">2. Costs Of Living<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are moving to Bay Area California, you should be warned that you are about to settle in one of the most expensive regions in the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The extremely high living standards result in high housing prices, high taxes, high utility bills, and many other expenses that are higher compared to other more affordable regions in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Food, however, is both very good and relatively cheap, and the very well-developed public transportation system allows you to cut fuel costs and commute time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Weather\">3. Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-16561 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/300\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area-climate.jpg\" alt=\"Reasons to move to the Bay Area\" class=\"wp-image-43233 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area-climate.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area-climate-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">San Francisco was built on 43 hills, all of which are lush green in the spring but turn golden during the dry summer months.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Weather in the coastal areas is mild and climatic conditions are favorable throughout the year with limited temperature fluctuations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summers are cooler and winters are warmer than in most of the other regions in the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fog, a common occurrence during the summer months, adds to the mysterious beauty of the scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the inland areas are separated from the Pacific breeze by mountains and therefore, they occasionally experience freezing temperatures in the winter, as well as very hot and dry summers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Educational_System\">4. Educational System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/finding-new-school-after-moving\/\">Finding a good new school<\/a> for your children after moving to the Bay Area won\u2019t be difficult as the region boasts a very well-developed and highly efficient educational system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find a number of reputable schools that offer a friendly environment, top-quality education, and a variety of extra school activities intended to boost your young ones\u2019 passion for science, arts, handicrafts, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Higher education, however, deserves the highest praise. Many distinguished colleges and seminaries are located within the Bay Area, most notably the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.berkeley.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">University of California in Berkeley<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usfca.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">University of California in San Francisco<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stanford.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stanford University<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>About 41 percent of the adult residents of the San Francisco Bay Area have a bachelor&#8217;s degree or higher, so you will live among some of the best-educated people in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Best_Place_To_Move_In_The_Bay_Area\">The Best Places To Move In The Bay Area<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-16562\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/300\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/san-francisco-1.jpg\" alt=\"Moving to San Francisco\" class=\"wp-image-43235 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/san-francisco-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/san-francisco-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A breathtaking view of the city of San Francisco.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the event of moving to the Bay Area, where to live may be the most important and worrisome issue you will have to deal with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are six sub-regions in the area and each of them has its own specifics, advantages, and disadvantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_to_San_Francisco\">Moving to San Francisco<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>T<\/strong>he city of San Francisco is the most densely populated city in the state of California. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The constantly growing population presents quite a challenge to the City by the Bay, so moving to San Francisco will require a lot of preliminary research and careful planning to find appropriate housing options in a convenient location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_to_the_East_Bay_\">Moving to the East Bay <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Berkeley, Oakland, Alameda, Hayward, Fremont, San Ramon, and Richmond are all major cities within the East Bay Area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The region is a notable music center &#8211; home to renowned festivals and the birthplace of many musical acts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The economy is prospering and the area has great employment and entertainment opportunities to offer to newcomers who wish to settle within its limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_to_the_North_Bay_\">Moving to the North Bay <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The North Bay is completely separated from the rest of the Bay Area by water, the only access points being several bridges, including the Golden Gate Bridge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, the area is less populated and mainly rural with lots of vineyards and farmland. It is an affluent and peaceful region, famous for its exceptional wine and natural beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_to_the_Peninsula\">Moving to the Peninsula<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This area is remarkable for its great ethnical and cultural diversity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It runs between San Francisco and Silicon Valley which makes it a home to many employees who prefer to raise their families in relatively peaceful and affordable surroundings and commute to their workplaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_to_the_South_Bay\">Moving to the South Bay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The South Bay Area, also known as Silicon Valley, offers high-paying technology jobs and has the most millionaires and billionaires in the United States per capita. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the rapid population growth over the past several decades, urban growth boundaries have been established in the South Bay Area to protect the remaining open space and to slow down the demographic boom in the region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving to Silicon Valley is therefore rather complicated and you are advised to look for a suitable home in other \u201cless craved\u201d regions of the Bay Area, even if your job will take you to one of the high-tech companies located in the South Bay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A peaceful and trouble-free lifestyle will pay off for the longer commuting hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_to_the_Outer_Bay_San_Cruz_and_San_Benito_counties\">Moving to the Outer Bay (San Cruz and San Benito counties)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The southernmost end of the San Francisco Bay Area is greatly connected with the South Bay Area both geographically and historically. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although some government organizations do not consider it a proper part of the Bay Area, its economic and cultural development has made it a preferred final destination for many people who are moving to the affluent Bay region in pursuit of a better life.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-16563 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/300\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area-residence-1.jpg\" alt=\"Living in the Bay Area\" class=\"wp-image-43234 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area-residence-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/bay-area-residence-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A typical &#8220;humble&#8221; Bay Area residence.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Where to move in the Bay Area depends on the location of your workplace (if you already have one), your plans for the future, and your financial resources. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can expect high household income when living in the San Francisco Bay Area, but you should consider several other significant factors as well \u2013 proximity to educational facilities and healthcare centers, available green areas and recreational activities, safe and peaceful surroundings for raising young ones, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that traffic jams and busy roads are not a rare occurrence, even during downtime hours. The available public transportation options, however, are very reliable and convenient, especially within the San Francisco city limits. BART, mini metro, VTA, and other efficient means of transportation will take you quickly and problem-free to whatever point in the Bay Area you need to access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of which neighborhood you choose, you should expect rental costs between $ 1,500 and $ 2,500 per month for a humble residence. Home prices are nearly double the average amount for the country which is a clear sign of the value placed on permanent residence in the Bay Area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-movers\/\">How Much Does It Cost to Hire Movers?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_To_Bay_Area_Advice\">Tips For Moving To Bay Area<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, moving to the San Francisco Bay Area will not be a simple process that can be accomplished in a couple of weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To secure a smooth and trouble-free relocation you need to start the moving preparations as early as possible and pay meticulous attention to all the seemingly trivial details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>H<strong>ow to move to the Bay Area?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Moving_Preparations\">1. Prepare to move to the Bay Area<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-16564 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"267\/400\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/silicon-valley-1.jpg\" alt=\"Silicon Valley\" class=\"wp-image-43243 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/silicon-valley-1.jpg 267w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/silicon-valley-1-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Bay Area welcomes you, promising a bright future and a sweet life.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Research the area carefully to <a href=\"\/move\/move-to-good-neighborhood\/\">choose a good neighborhood<\/a> and an appropriate home that will suit your lifestyle and your budget (when looking for your new home, mind the distribution of the student population too, as it is very large and therefore very influential to the lifestyle in the near-campus areas). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/moving-budget-checklist\/\">Set your moving budget<\/a> and think of efficient ways to <a href=\"\/move\/cut-moving-costs\/\">cut the expected moving costs<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sort out your possessions and <a href=\"\/move\/moving-sale-tips\/\">sell<\/a> or <a href=\"\/move\/where-to-donate-used-items\/\">donate<\/a> the ones you will not be able to use in your new surroundings. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/move\/create-a-floor-plan\/\">Create a floor plan<\/a> of your future home in order to know what larger furniture and appliances will fit in well, so that moving them will be worth the time and the money required for shipping bulky household items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mind the weather in the Bay Area and the type of your new home (house or apartment) when creating your inventory and deciding what to take with you;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Find_the_best_Bay_Area_movers\">2. Find the best Bay Area movers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know your precise final destination and the actual amount of household goods you are about to move, you should start looking for trustworthy movers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ask for recommendations and advice, read online reviews, and visit the websites of several reputable Bay Area moving companies to check their tariffs, their legitimacy, and offered insurance policies, discounts, extra services, etc. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/moving-cost-estimator.php\">Get moving quotes<\/a> and interview a few selected Bay Area movers. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask for on-site <a href=\"\/move\/types-of-moving-estimates\/\">binding estimates<\/a> and state all your specific requirements. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Negotiate all the conditions, required extra services and their charges, available liability options, shipment preferences, the desired timeframe of your move, and any possible obstacles or special needs and circumstances. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you understand well all the provisions in the <a href=\"\/move\/moving-companies-paperwork\/\">mover\u2019s paperwork<\/a>, read carefully the fine print, <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the amount and the type of the requested deposit &#8211; refundable or not.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out how previous complaints and disputes have been settled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agree on exact pick-up and delivery dates. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your guard against <a href=\"\/move\/avoid-moving-scams\/\">moving scams<\/a>! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decide on a <a href=\"\/move\/deciding-on-a-moving-date\/\">beneficial moving date<\/a> and book your move as early as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Packing\">3. Pack like a pro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get sufficient and appropriate packing supplies and safely pack all your cherished possessions. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save as much time, space, and money when packing as possible &#8211; check our <a href=\"\/move\/clever-packing-tips-and-tricks\/\">clever packing tricks<\/a> to achieve maximum efficiency and follow our <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-pack-for-a-move-quickly\/\">quick packing guide<\/a> with practical advice on how to pack for a move in 3 days. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pack all your belongings properly to secure maximum protection for your fragile items, delicate artwork, sensitive electronics, possessions with high sentimental value, etc. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember to label all the boxes properly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Finish_the_final_preparations\">4. Finish the final preparations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Put your paperwork in order &#8211; change your address, update your car registration and insurance, transfer your driver\u2019s license and utilities, retrieve medical and school records, cancel subscriptions, etc. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unplug and clean electrical appliances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disassemble larger furniture when possible and take measures to prevent property damage when moving out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make your old property safe for your pets and children, and for your movers too. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reserve a parking space for the moving truck and an elevator, if applicable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Transportation\">5. Plan your relocation trip<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-16568\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"267\/400\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/advice.jpg\" alt=\"Tips for living in the Bay Area\" class=\"wp-image-43242 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/advice.jpg 267w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/advice-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">BART offers a very convenient means of transportation within the Bay Area.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If possible, plan your arrival in the Bay Area in the early afternoon to avoid heavy traffic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have rented a moving truck to transport your household items, it will be a good idea to get a detailed map beforehand and to plan your route to your final destination carefully &#8211; keep in mind any especially steep inclines or narrow streets that could impact a moving van\u2019s progress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have hired Bay Area moving services, you should still provide an appropriate parking place near your new property or you may have a tough time unloading the moving truck and taking your belongings to your residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are driving a <a href=\"\/move\/moving-trucks-guide\/\">rented moving truck<\/a> or just your own vehicle because you have all your household items shipped by <a href=\"\/moving-companies.php\">experienced Bay Area movers<\/a>, you will be able to use an extensive system of highways and freeways that enable easy trans-bay travel and traffic to and from all points in the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider yourself lucky if your route takes you along Skyline Boulevard as you will be able to enjoy an incredible view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are flying to the Bay Area, there are three main airports to choose from depending on your actual final destination: the San Francisco International Airport, the Oakland International Airport, and the Mineta San Jose International Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Settling_In\">6. Settle in quickly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have settled in your new home, take care of the various <a href=\"\/move\/new-state-moving-decisions\/\">urgent post-relocation tasks<\/a> in order to <a href=\"\/move\/adapt-to-a-new-environment\/\">quickly adapt to your new environment<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from <a href=\"\/move\/valuable-unpacking-tips\/\">unpacking<\/a> and <a href=\"\/move\/feel-like-home\/\">making your new place feel like home<\/a>, <a href=\"\/move\/befriend-new-neighbors\/\">getting to know your new neighbors<\/a>, and connecting all the required services (Internet, cable TV, etc.), exploring your exciting new area is the best thing you can do to quickly fit in your new surroundings and start a prosperous and happy new life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last part of our invaluable moving to the Bay Area guide will help you get your bearings swiftly and effortlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"FUN_FACTS_about_the_San_Francisco_Bay_Area\">FUN FACTS about the San Francisco Bay Area<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1) San Francisco was originally named Yerba Buena (Spanish for \u201cGood Herb\u201d &#8211; a sweet-scented mint plant that could be easily found along the shores of the Bay Area). In 1847, it was decided that the original name be changed to San Francisco (after Saint Francis).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2) Most of the present-day San Francisco Bay Area was part of Mexico until the Mexican-American War in 1848.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3) During the gold rush, a great number of abandoned ships blocked San Francisco\u2019s port. The local population, however, proved to be quite resourceful &#8211; the ships were torn apart and repurposed into public buildings and homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4) The Golden Gate Bridge, constructed during the Great Depression in 1937, is perhaps San Francisco\u2019s most recognizable landmark. More than 9 million visitors cross the 1.7-mile (2,737-meter) bridge annually by cars, bicycles, or on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5) During the Depression, not a single San Francisco-based bank failed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6) Many world-famous inventions were made in San Francisco: Irish coffee, the Chinese fortune cookie (invented by a Japanese who operated the Japanese Tea Garden at the time), Denim jeans (invented for the Gold Rush miners who needed tough yet comfortable clothing), and many others;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7) The best way to take a breathtaking tour along San Francisco\u2019s steep hills is to board one of the amazing cable cars. They are the only National Historical Monument that can move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8) Locally known as The Rock, Alcatraz Island used to house some of the most infamous criminals in the country at that time. Now you can roam the island freely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9) You can see the famous sea lions at PIER 39 in Fisherman\u2019s Wharf &#8211; a working neighborhood and commercial area of San Francisco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10) The Godfather Trilogy was mostly written in Caffe Trieste &#8211; the first coffee shop in San Francisco where Francis Ford Coppola used to be a regular client.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-16569 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/299\" width=\"450\" height=\"299\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/alcatraz.jpg\" alt=\"Living in San Francisco\" class=\"wp-image-43246 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/alcatraz.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/alcatraz-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Did you know that there were 14 known attempts to escape Alcatraz over the years? Nowadays, about 1 million visitors a year get to walk around The Rock freely.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>11) A California grizzly bear named Monarch, a Golden Gate Park resident, served as a model for the bear on California\u2019s state flag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>12) There are over 300 wineries in the Napa Valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>13) Music \u201cplays special sounds\u201d in the hearts of Bay Areans \u2013 the region was home to many of the largest and most influential metal scenes in the world; San Francisco was headquarters for the hippie counterculture of the 1960s; the Bay Area is the home of the <em>hyphy<\/em> movement, which started in the early -&#8217;90s of the 20th century;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>14) The \u201cSummer of Love\u201d, a defining moment for the hippie revolution, actually started in winter &#8211; in January 1967.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Happy moving to the Bay Area!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/tips-for-moving-to-another-state-to-start-over\/\">Serious Tips for Moving to Another State to Start Over<\/a><strong><br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>The following government websites cover a broad range of services and can be of great help when moving to the San Francisco Bay Area, California:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can find information on local utilities and recycling services at the <a href=\"https:\/\/abag.ca.gov\/about-abag\/what-we-do\/our-members\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Association of Bay Area Governments<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vehicle registration and driver\u2019s license information is available at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/dmv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Department of Motor Vehicles<\/a> (DMV);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct any tax law questions you might have to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.taxes.ca.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">California Tax Service Center<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Bay Area residents can register to vote at the website of the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sos.ca.gov\/elections\/voter-registration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Secretary of State<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information on rules about the importation of plants, fruits, vegetables, pets, fish, game, and livestock is available at the site of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdfa.ca.gov\/plant\/pe\/transport_animals_plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">California Department of Agriculture<\/a>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ca.gov\/Living\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CA.gov website<\/a> offers numerous helpful links and resources for those with questions including job listings, crime rates, firearm registration, education, and businesses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highlights Do you wish to have access to the world\u2019s leading high-tech companies in Silicon Valley, drink excellent Napa wines, listen to great music, and enjoy the fog over the Golden Gate Bridge all at the same time? 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