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Retirement cities in California

Mount Konocti as seen from Redbud Park.
Clearlake, California.

Clearlake, California, United States

Budget · $4,462/mo

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Aerial view of Palm Springs showing palm trees and mountains at sunset.

Palm Springs, California, United States

Budget · $6,581/mo

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Hilltop photo of Paso Robles. By Sam Houston.

Paso Robles, California, United States

Budget · $5,543/mo

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