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08-24-2009, 09:26 PM
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Living in Sarasota without a car
Is it possibly to live in Sarasota without a car, and using the SCAT buses to get around?
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08-25-2009, 06:37 AM
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Originally Posted by susanra
Is it possibly to live in Sarasota without a car, and using the SCAT buses to get around?
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My ex MIL lives over by the airport and does not drive. She has been getting around on the SCAT bus to all her jobs (she's a housekeeper) for over 25 years. So, I would say that it is possible. |
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08-25-2009, 06:49 AM
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Possible but impractical
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08-25-2009, 07:16 AM
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Originally Posted by susanra
Is it possibly to live in Sarasota without a car, and using the SCAT buses to get around?
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Yes, if you live anywhere around in the city you can easily get along without a car. Buses, bikes and walking will get you around. You would, of course, probably want to live close to things you will need. Even where I live, in Whitfield Estates up by the airport, I could live without a car if I needed. I have a 7-11, doctors, car repair and a few restaurants within walking distance, airport across the street, and anything else I need including Publix grocery within one mile. Bus stop one block from my house. So, yes, it is very doable. |
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08-27-2009, 05:08 PM
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I agree with Peter. Like most of the US except for a few high-density urban areas, it would be less than ideal to live without a car in Sarasota.
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08-31-2009, 11:33 AM
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The prelude to Terrapin
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Scots
I agree with Peter. Like most of the US except for a few high-density urban areas, it would be less than ideal to live without a car in Sarasota.
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If you live in the downtown area & work in the downtown area, it is totally possible; you will however need to know your bus schedule, allow for bus breakdowns, heat, rain, etc. if bus is necessary. If you're walking or biking, it's all up to you.  |
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