I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Brentwood sits at 215.3 per 100K. With a population of 9,927, Brentwood is a small town. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What are your go-to spots?
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Luke L.
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Nora Thomas
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Oak Park. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in finance. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Italian.
No regrets on my end..
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Mason Collins
nah I disagree
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Peyton Foster
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 10 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Gabriella Rodriguez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value walkability, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Westside) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Nashville, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Chain restaurants dominate.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Emily
I work in manufacturing here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is solid. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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