OK so Crime rate is something to consider -Clarksville sits at 295.5 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Waylon Murphy
Came here for work and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor recreation is honestly surprisingly good and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Ronald M.
lol so true
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aria_lover
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great Asian places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Eli D.
hmm interesting perspective
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Parker Nelson
I've lived in Eastside for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The healthcare scene is decent
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for families. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Dominic Garcia
I work in government here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is underrated. Hope this helps!.
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Aaron C.
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 14 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Claire Campbell
The food scene here is pretty good. Tons of great seafood places. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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noah_native
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are underrated, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Cooper Morris
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's exactly what I was looking for. Internet is improving in most areas.
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Owen Rodriguez
Moved here from Raleigh about 10 years ago. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Still getting used to cost of living but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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living_piper77
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in North. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in tech. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Southern.
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