Sebring Sucks - 1/16/2017

Poor Area!

[Comment on this Posting]

Great small town living with many recreational, cu - 9/21/2016

We had recently retired and spent winter 2014 here in our RV, our previous winter was in Phoenix area. As full time RVers we did not have a home up north. Before leaving in the spring to go back to Iowa we bought a mobile home in a 55+ park here in Sebring; we became Florida residents. We were amazed with all the restaurants and retail businesses for such a small town; especially enjoy the Circle area downtown which is slowly being renovated. We have taken advantage of cultural opportunities, great programs at the Florida State College, art galleries, little theatre, etc. Avon Park and Lake Placid are quaint little towns and along with Sebring, have frequent festivals, musical events, along with museums. Highland Hammock state park is a great place to visit and their tram tour is a must for viewing wildlife. They also have a music in the park series. There are art classes in all three communities, and many adult enrichment classes at Florida college. We enjoy the small town ambience and the friendliness of it's citizens. I can understand that it is probably hard for younger people to get good paying jobs. I was a registered nurse and my husband a truck driver; we have never had problems finding a job and would imagine it would not be difficult in this area either. But we know that many jobs do not pay very well and am sure many leave for better pay in larger cities. We enjoy being only 90 minutes away from either coast, with access to beautiful beaches and larger cities if we want to see something different but we enjoy getting back to Sebribg. Our money goes much further here than It would back where we lived in Iowa and Sebring is an ideal community for those on a fixed income.

[Comment on this Posting]

Living poor in a rich town or rich in a poor town? - 1/29/2016

In 1992 I found the most beautiful 20 acres in the US...I was blessed with a spring well of pure water....My horses were born on the land..I just had no idea how difficult it would be for someone like myself from South Florida to fit in as I tried to be a part of a low income community...I built my beautiful home and as a writer, I set out to live a dream..Unfortunately,there is a mindset that goes along with a low income area..The plumber flooded our newly built home and we lost all recordings, pictures, a lifetime of work..Then a girl spit in my face followed by a traffic ticket turned into a cop who would lie in front of the Judge..Thank God I won that one...At least the middle school and Sebring High School had on their team, a fabulous group of well educated teachers that taught our child the best education resulting in being a Salutatorian..So late 90's ..early 2000, he got an amazing education..but as the smarter students dwindled..so the teachers transferred, still great though if your child can fit in....I am forever grateful!.My son will never come back...I find the wildlife picturesque, like nothing I had seen in Central Florida..But all has changed in this area since 2003..With the annual income of 25,000 a year, I find there isn't any place to go or eat except for Red Lobster..I keep to myself as I just don't find the social scene invigorating..No one of equal talent or ambition..I also never thought about getting sick! As the doctors put it themselves.."wrong town for you to get sick and in need of a specialist!"..I still do have 3 or 4 doctors that are great and still left in town..but I only saw really qualified doctors and through the years..one by one..they left town for the coast...can't earn a good enough living...I have a saying.."small town is no excuse for a small mind".Small businesses are rare to survive..I don't trust the young crowd to handle my food..and as a self made..always educating myself..I am a line wolf in this town..I don't trust ignorance..a person to pass judgement on me that hasn't a clue what's going on in the big world..and, a lot of people who just care about themselves with a lack of moral code...If you don't ever need anyone, or count on not getting sick, or don't require a good veterinarian, and can skip proper customer service, handling your food in restaurants, then maybe you might like it here..The few professionals still here are great people and they are an asset, I just would have built a cheaper house, not had horses, and definately would have kept my options open to move instead of thinking I would live a long life here forever..If only someone had written a paragraph like this!

[Comment on this Posting]

Sebring is a great place to live - 12/16/2015

I lived 50 years in Indiana. I moved to Florida 12 years ago. I moved to Sebring 2 years ago. I liked them all but, Sebring is my favorite. Jack

[Comment on this Posting]

Great Weather - 10/12/2010

Here in Sebring there's no snow to shovel.

[Comment on this Posting]

Far better than many parts of this country. - 1/23/2010

After several visits to South Central FL, Sebring was any easy choice in 2009 for our comfort zone. Property costs were not prohibitive. Daily living expenses are a bargain compared to the Midwest. No question the summer weather is somewhat uncomfortable, but for the most part the balance of the year is ideal. Imagine spending $500 - $1000 a month in the Midwest to keep your home at 68 degrees through the winter months that seem to drag on forever. Most would like to see a revival of Sebring's downtown circle. But, things are what they are. It's still a pleasant area for a walk-around in the afternoon. Golf course management still seems to believe premium prices are suitable and force a segment of their market to seek other forms of recreation and exercise, but the weather allows us to enjoy those other activities. Even if it's not paradise, it's sure got a leg up on the competition.

[Comment on this Posting]

A safe place to retire AND raise a family - 11/18/2008

Sebring and Highlands County in general is a wonderful place to raise a family. While we are just far enough away to be still close enough from the buzz and noise of the Orlando attractions, Sebring with its small town charm has everything you would expect from a bigger city: shopping, dining, entertainment, medical facilities, recreational facilities. It's only a 2 hour drive to each coast; the Everglades and Key make for a great weekend trip. The area provides for plenty of opportunity to learn about Florida's wildlife and get in touch with Mother Nature.

[Comment on this Posting]

What to do? - 10/28/2008

For the retired, Sebring is a wonderful community. Boating, fishing and golfing opportunities are abundant. Better shopping requires a 90 minute drive to the coasts or north to Tampa or Orlando; two Wal-Marts, one KMart and a few department stores are the only local options. Entertainment is limited to two movie houses, a community theater and occasional concerts at the junior college. There are no gourmet restaurants; "dining out" equals sit-down chain restaurants (Olive Garden, Outback, Chilis, Red Lobster) or one of several mom-and-pop diners. There is little or no night life other than bars. In summary, if you're single or looking for cultural activities ... keep looking. If you're ready to leave the hustle and bustle of the big city for rural quiet, Sebring is the place to be ... kind of like "Green Acres."

[Comment on this Posting]

Paradise Year Around...Almost - 12/19/2007

Paradise Year Around...Almost Sebring, Florida is located in the heartland of the state. I leave for work every morning thankful that I live in paradise. The weather naturally fluctuates some, and we could always use more rain in the winter months, but the air quality, the air temperature and the blue skies are like paradise. The only thing that would make the climate absolutely perfect year around would be the addition of ocean breezes. Since global warming won’t turn Sebring into ocean-front property in my lifetime, I think Central Florida has an ideal climate. Don’t wait until you’re retired to enjoy living and working in a place that feels so close to paradise.

[Comment on this Posting]

Climate - 9/10/2007

Hot and Humid!

[Comment on this Posting]

A Nice Weekend Retreat - 7/6/2006

We visit Sebring almost once a month. My husband loves to golf and has lots of very nice, affordable options in the area. Our pre-school children like to go to the Children’s Museum or to Highlands Hammock State Park; for an inexpensive and fun afternoon. We recently visited the Henscratch Farms in Lake Placid and had a very nice time. The kids got to feed the hens and we got to taste some wine. We also like the Sebring Antique Car Cruise on the circle. It is a nice to get out of the city and enjoy a small town.

[Comment on this Posting]

poor pay - 1/24/2006

the average pay in this town does'nt compare with housing cost

[Comment on this Posting]