Not sure if this has been asked before, but Just moved here 14 months ago and Homes are going for about $926,700 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 45,272 people. With a population of 45,272, Brentwood is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Weston
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The healthcare is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Joshua W.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Connor Cruz
Totally agree!
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cincymind2022
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Hope this helps!.
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Andrew King
Came here for retirement and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The nightlife is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Waylon Foster
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 11 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the East side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Kennedy B.
Bought a house here in 2017 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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landon_walker
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The weather is genuinely better than expected and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Uptown) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Tampa, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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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Peyton
Moved here from Charlotte about 14 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to nightlife but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Adrian Nguyen
Moved here from Seattle about 13 years ago. it was the best decision I ever made. Still getting used to pet-friendliness but Definitely worth checking out..
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Nathan Anderson
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. weather used to be much wild but now it's excellent.
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Wesley Moore
I've lived in Uptown for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The traffic scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Hope this helps!.
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Levi Garcia
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Wyatt
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The walkability is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Carter Ortiz
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Julia
I work in education here and it exceeded my expectations. The job market for my field is average. No regrets on my end..
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Waylon
Came here for cost of living and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The nightlife is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Angel
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Cedar Grove. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in tech. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Wyatt M.
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The public transit is excellent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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