“Here’s Your Signs” Jeff Foxworthy
There has been a shift in population Affordable apartments have been transformed into luxury condos. Rising home prices and an influx of trendy shops are classic omens. Privacy Fences -Security Cameras
Surveillance systems and the context behind them are all too common in gentrifying communities.
Ring doorbells, Nest cameras, and other electronic eyes — indicate outsiders are on the way.
“Box Houses” are clean and simple, likely a sign that a new demographic is moving into a neighborhood. The polarizing style isn’t for everyone, but it’s a hit for deep-pocketed buyers eyeing extra space.
Box houses are quicker and cheaper to build for profit-minded developers, who will continue producing supply as long as there is demand. Low-water gardens –
Trendy Gardens: Limited water usage is absolutely a good thing. But such gardens aren’t always cheap, and if they start popping up in neighborhoods where most residents can’t afford to spend thousands.
Listing Language: Sometimes, the clearest sign of gentrification is hearing how people talk about a neighborhood and its homes.
If a listing brags about the house being an “urban oasis.” or promises to add “a touch of serenity to urban living,” a new demographic of homeowners will be moving in.
Airbnbs Sprout Up – Also, pay attention to whether a listing is marketed as an actual place to live or simply an investment opportunity such as an Airbnb.
Community Improvements: Roads might be repaved, apartments might be renovated, and traffic lights might replace stop signs.
Gentrifying neighborhoods also tend to see an increase in new cafes, restaurants, art galleries, and bars.
Ten Common Signs of Coming Gentrification
10. Full-service Brunch restaurants replace Breakfast-type eateries.
9. Yoga Studios replaces Planet Fitness
8. Normal Sized Dogs Are Replaced with Purse-Sized Dogs
7. A Vintage Clothing Store replaces Goodwill/Salvation Army
6. Authentic Restaurants Are Replaced By Trendy Restaurants Serving the Same Food
5. The Neighborhood’s Name Will Be Replaced with an Abbreviated/Real Estate-Friendly Name
4. Actual Street Art Is Replaced with Commissioned Street Art
3. Trendy Cocktail Spots replace Dive Bars
2. Houses of Worship Are Replaced with Abandoned Houses of Worship
1. Coffee Is Replaced with Coffee-Based and Energy Drinks
Compiled from:
Signs Your Neighborhood is About to Be Gentrified By Jack Flemming LA Times
