How close is it to where you work/go to school? How close is it to bus/transit? Even if you have a car, a breakdown or accident can leave you without. If you usually drive, how is rush hour traffic?
As you said, how are sidewalks and street lighting? Similarly, are there good parks, stores, etc. within walking distance? Is it bike friendly?
Living in a student area, I can tell you there will be loud parties at least a couple of times a year. When you talk to the cops, ask them about local noise ordinances and how they balance neighbors' complaints with 2 a.m. drunken revels. Still, for me it's totally worth it for the walk-bike friendly area, cool shops/cafes, and the walking commute to work (since I work at the U).
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Date: 2011-01-29 04:01 am (UTC)As you said, how are sidewalks and street lighting? Similarly, are there good parks, stores, etc. within walking distance? Is it bike friendly?
Living in a student area, I can tell you there will be loud parties at least a couple of times a year. When you talk to the cops, ask them about local noise ordinances and how they balance neighbors' complaints with 2 a.m. drunken revels. Still, for me it's totally worth it for the walk-bike friendly area, cool shops/cafes, and the walking commute to work (since I work at the U).