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Old 12-10-2023, 03:58 AM
 
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It's almost shocking how old the population of Sarasota/Bradenton really is. That is what I noticed when we had moved back there (after living in Lakeland) in 2009. Now that we are back in Lakeland, this area feels very young and balanced. Tampa or St. Pete are best bets for younger (and single). I prefer living in an area with mixed ages, SW Florida is totally out of balance on that score.
Other than Lakewood Ranch & North Port, SW Florida is nearly all 55+.

Sarasota might be the best place to retire, but I don't see it as the best place to live for the general population.
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Old 12-12-2023, 03:33 PM
 
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Other than Lakewood Ranch & North Port, SW Florida is nearly all 55+.

Sarasota might be the best place to retire, but I don't see it as the best place to live for the general population.
I agree.
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Old 12-12-2023, 08:29 PM
 
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Other than Lakewood Ranch & North Port, SW Florida is nearly all 55+.

Sarasota might be the best place to retire, but I don't see it as the best place to live for the general population.
Anything south of Hillsborough county on the west coast is old.

As for retirement other than the winter weather I don't know if my patience could handle the traffic! I'm from Missouri, not the northeast. I guess all these people who moved here from the northeast are used to the heavy traffic!
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