Noozhawk wants to talk to people who grew up on the South Coast, from Goleta to Carpinteria, about how the high cost of housing forced you to leave or consider leaving your community.

Many locals have not been able to buy homes or find affordable rentals.

Some have moved to other parts of the Central Coast, while others left the area altogether.

You can share your story by emailing news@noozhawk.com or filling out the form below. 

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