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Lionfountain t1_izcy5ic wrote

I just moved into SW Springfield from the desert and really enjoy the area. I’ve been pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to engage with my neighbors and people around me in general. Much more welcoming than I observed in my larger metro area.

Land is cheap too, lots of opportunities to give your puppy lots of room to play.

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strangedange OP t1_izd2rqd wrote

That's really what's driving me, I want a big yard for my dog to run around and play in and a safe neighborhood to take walks in!

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Globalksp t1_izd4cbs wrote

Not sure what your budget is or how you define "big" yard and "safe" neighborhood, but the two could, again depending on your definition, be hard to find here. If you're OK living outside of "town" in more of a suburban development rather than a "neighborhood", you'll be fine.

But, for real... if the entire country is your oyster... maybe keep looking. If you like the ecology of here, there's always northwest Arkansas.

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disturbed_beaver t1_ize4r76 wrote

I second the SW Springfield part. I'm technically outside the city by a block but I love it here. Nothing like what they guy posted about in the lengthy reply, he must have lived downtown and I do not recommend that. Anything south of Sunshine Street is good.

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mycupofearlgreytea t1_izgw65i wrote

Ozark & Nixa are great suburbs of Springfield. Republic is good too but is a bit further. Cheap homes, good lot sizes, and super sweet folks live in those areas. ;)

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