tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10348701.post1942695891314592085..comments2024-03-13T21:26:03.011-07:00Comments on Right on the Left Coast: Views From a Conservative Teacher: Awesome Way To Take Advantage Of A Down EconomyDarrenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15730642770935985796noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10348701.post-36568277767824096302011-11-16T10:13:13.839-08:002011-11-16T10:13:13.839-08:00In general, a neighborhood with too many rentals (...In general, a neighborhood with too many rentals (not just college) tends to lower the whole neighborhood value - it's a stability thing. Also, renters may be less likely to keep up general neighborhood standards - lawn care, trash, extra cars etc. I know that has been an issue in many DC suburbs, when large numbers of immigrants (may be 12+) share a 3-4 bedroom house and park cars on the lawn etc.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10348701.post-55582402433964913922011-11-15T09:20:05.206-08:002011-11-15T09:20:05.206-08:00A friend of mine lives in one of these neighborhoo...A friend of mine lives in one of these neighborhoods and claims that the "College Kids" have lowered THEIR home value. I argue that the home value was down, thus allowing the opportunity for students to move in. <br /><br />I know if I had the chance to do that when I was in college I would have jumped at the chance. Saving money while not having to share a bathroom - sign me up!Left Coast Refnoreply@blogger.com