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Bad Neighborhoods
I think we all know, or at least have our own idea of what a “bad neighborhood” is. A lot of it is subjective, based entirely upon one’s own circumstances. For example, part of my definition of a bad neighborhood is one where I have to walk more than half a block to the nearest bus stop, and/or wait more than 10 minutes for a bus. (After living Downtown for 15 years, I’m quite spoiled!) Of course there are objective factors such as crime rate, property value, and median income. What I’ve been wondering is: Does anyone make a conscious decision to move into what they already know or perceive is a bad neighborhood? Why? Under what circumstances would moving to a bad neighborhood be considered a step UP?
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I'll admit that my definition of a bad neighborhood is a bit different. Despite being a life long Chicagoan I have never taken the bus- they scare me- I am convinced I'll get on the wrong one and end up lost.
Aside from the basic definition of bad neighborhood, I would consider a bad neighborhood to be one that lacks culture or access to cultural activities. One that is dirty (liter and graffiti bug me excessively).
I considered moving to a less than ideal neighborhood a step up when I got out of an abusive marriage. Moving out, starting over was a leap up- not just a step.
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