LadyBlueSilver

I like living here on West Ave and Blanco. Most everybody I meet here and friendly and neighborly towards people. I've seen more helpful people here than anywhere else i've been in this city, although it isn't much because I haven't been here long. There are several apartment complexes including my own and several residential neighborhoods. The kids all seem to be pretty happy and playful. Shopping is a breeze as there is a grocery store just across the street and at least two clothing retail outlets. And lets not forget the dollar store or the tanning spa. There is also a variety of places to eat at. Depending on what you want to eat, you can choose a sit down Italian restaurant, Mexican food, subs or sandwiches, fast food like McDonalds or the Taco Bell down the street or even pizza. There is one pizzaria that even has a ton of games and activities that your whole family can enjoy Traffic from time to time can be a bit congested but as long as you cross at the proper places there shouldn't be a problem getting to where you need to go. Good neighborhood for families.

This street used to be full of kids and friendly neighbors. It's located almost on the edge of what's known as South Phoenix but also fairly close to the Salt River. Anyone who lives in Phoenix knows that South Phx. isn't the place to go after dark. Drug use and the crime rate has risen astronomically in the 10 years I lived there. This is no longer a street for the kids to play. It's gotten rundown and is no longer safe for most anyone. I miss being able to send my kids out to play with the neighbors kids. I can't trust that something will not happen to them. The police do their best but they can only do so much. I do see them patrolling but not as often as I'd like. The only advantages to living on this street is that it's just off Central Avenue with a major bus line that will help you get to downtown Phx or just about anywhere else you may need to go. Also there is an elementary school about two streets away. So if you do have kids, there will be a school nearby to enroll them at. I just can't recommend living here to anyone anymore.