u/Fickle_Safe_1004

Looking for advice on where to live in OC/LA area

I will work in Newport Beach and go in daily, and my husband is hybrid in El Segundo (3 days/week). We have two young kids, so schools and a family-friendly environment are really important.

Trying to figure out where to live that balances commute + quality of life. Curious what people in a similar setup have done—especially how manageable the El Segundo commute is a few days a week, and whether it’s better to optimize for one person vs split the difference.

Would really appreciate any firsthand experiences or advice.