The preferred method of transportation is golf carts or bikes.+  Reach out if you have any specific questions.

If you are going to focus on that find an area that is closer to public transport going to other feeder cities and check out the crime stats on any neighborhoods.

Also, Microsoft is in the middle of a huge remodel which includes a big change to public transportation. 

Depending on your DTI, you may need to work at reducing expenses (rent/mortgage, car loan or transportation, etc).

Look at more rural areas around railroads and transportation to the urban areas if you want a deal Sometimes the TV producers just look for an area they can pull this off in a TV production time frame.

The larger Cleveland-Akron-Canton Combined Statistical Area (CSA) has a population of 3.5 million and it is the 15th largest CSA in the country.With its prime location, Cleveland served as a transportation hub on the Great Lakes, which helped it develop as a major commercial center.

https://lalascoop.com/2018/02/21/hawthornes-resurrection/    Some of the things i noted about Hawthorne is that it  enjoys a great geographical position due to its proximity to beaches, public transportation, DTLA, and airport access.

But I'm sure I can figure out another mode of transportation. lol      given the opportunity to pick your brain , that would definitely be an action item I can cross off my list !

Generally I look for median homes price & income levels close to good transportation & decent schools. 

To buy out of my area, I would need to include transportation, lodging to see the house prior to purchase.