Hey everyone, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $355,000 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Goodlettsville sits at 312.2 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 4.5%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new development. Thoughts? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Mia P.
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Evan
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value food scene, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely better than expected and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Fairview) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Seattle, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Can feel isolated.
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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Mateo
Used to live on the Oak Park side, now on the West side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Eva Turner
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Fairview. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in construction. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Olivia
Bought a house here in 2024 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Angela O.
nah I disagree
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Ethan Harris
bump
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Kaylee Myers
Used to live on the Eastside side, now on the Midtown side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Josiah
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, the quality of life is solid. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Hailey
Public transit is challenging here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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