Market area in Southern California

[Sean Lynch]

Hello All,

I am a newbie still looking to purchase my first buy and hold investment property. I live in Long Beach CA and have been looking in my own back yard where property values are still pretty high.

Does anyone have any market area suggestions within a couple hours from me? I've heard Temecula, Murrietta and Hemet. Any input on these areas or any other suggestions?

Duplexes in my area that I can afford are in the $365k range.

Thanks!