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Good info, everyone. Thanks again!

Does Boulder have any culture? It appears to be a lot rich white folks to me.

I'm not going to actually read all of the other posts and check for myself but has anyone suggested Tucson?

It's actually a pretty cool city for all of the things you mentioned in your wishlist (except I'm not sure about the whole internet/biotech company thing, you'd have to look into that). Tucson is a rad city for biking and trad climbing in the winter (Mt. Lemmon and Cochise Stronghold).

Just thought I'd put that out there.

fossana, I'm an admitted snob, but having lived on the East Coast, I don't consider Denver to have any of the attributes that make a city (arguably) worth living in. I've lived in Boulder for 34 years (even while commuting to Denver for work) and, despite all its well-publicized faults, I wouldn't live anywhere else. For climbing, hiking, bicycling, and even skiing (though not the best location for that), it's just so EASY. There's also good music and good food, all within walking or bicycling distance.

Denver.

Sasquach states, "'I'm not going to actually read all of the other posts and check for myself but has anyone suggested Tucson?'"

Someone missed the point. You don't have to read the threads, but does help to pay attention to the OP topic if you're going to post also.

Juan

I have a condo in Golden, and I love living there. All the above statements are good reasons to move to Golden, but there are a few things that make it a better place than these other areas, that is if you're looking to buy something.

Granted, the 3 L's (Longtucky, Louisville, Lafayette) are cheaper in terms of purchasing real estate, but the market fluctuates a little more than it does in Golden or Boulder. Because both Golden and Boulder have 1% growth ordinances, there is not a huge influx of building every year, establishing a more consistent property value. However, as with anything, you get what you pay for. It's more expensive to buy, but your investment may be a little more secure. If you are looking to rent, one of the 3L's maybe a good option. Also, look into Eldorado Springs, every once in a while there is something reasonable that springs up there. Good luck.

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If you are seeking the Front Range, Asian markets may be the rate limiting item if you want one closeby. Asians represent probably ~1% of Colorado's population...far less than in CA. As far as Golden goes, Asian markets are a drive (as far as I know). In Boulder, there's one. On the northwest side of town, there's an Asian grocery in Broomfield, Pacific Ocean Market, around 120th & Sheridan or so. There's a small Asian market ~72nd and Federal (south Westminster?). Surprisingly, some of the normal grocery stores (like King Soopers) are starting to carry things like Kim Chee, Kalbee, and a few other Asian foods. Asian restaurants are starting to popup around the Denver Metro area, but it's a bit limited. There is dim sum in downtown Denver. As you probably know, there's a significant overrepresentation of Nepali food...but it's good. At least compared to LA, driving around the Denver Metro area will seem like a breeze in virtually any location. To keep the drive to climbing down, you probably should stay west of I-25.

There's a mile or so stretch of Asian markets and businesses along Federal south of Alameda, but there are also some various ones along Colfax near the Fitzsimmons area. The neighborhoods aren't all that great though.

anywhere in the neighborhoods of broomfield, westminster, and louisville will work... i live in thornton and it's just a bit over/around 30-45mins for me to get to climbing. north west of denver and west of i-25 is what i would choose.

there is also a decent size asian supermarket near 120th ave and sheridan blvd. it's definitely not quite as nice as ones in CA, but it will do for CO. in the same plaza, there is a decent chinese restaurant and a pho place. otherwise, you will have to drive down to alameda for more selections. far out east in parker, there is a huge korean grocery super market.