What BestPlaces Users Say about Detroit
Detroit, Michigan is a city known for its rich history in the automotive industry and its vibrant cultural scene. However, it has also faced economic struggles and social issues in recent decades. Many people are curious about what it's like to live in Detroit and how others perceive the city. BestPlaces.net provides a platform for user reviews and insights about various cities, including Detroit.
Summarized Reviews:
1. From Rachel M.'s perspective, Detroit offers a unique blend of urban and suburban living, with plenty of green spaces and diverse neighborhoods. She writes, "Detroit is a great place to live if you like having access to both city amenities and a slower-paced suburban lifestyle. The people are friendly and there's always something to do."
2. On the other hand, John C. highlights the struggles that Detroit has faced in recent years, stating that the city has a high crime rate and lacks job opportunities. He writes, "I moved to Detroit for a job opportunity, but I regretted it. The crime rate is a big concern and there aren't many job options outside of the automotive industry."
3. Sarah P. shares her positive experience of living in Detroit, emphasizing the city's cultural diversity and affordable cost of living. She says, "I've lived in Detroit for 10 years and I absolutely love it. There's so much diversity and the cost of living is much lower compared to other big cities. Plus, the food scene is amazing."
4. In contrast, Robert L. expresses his disappointment with the current state of Detroit and the decline of its once-thriving downtown area. He comments, "I grew up in Detroit and it's sad to see how it has changed. The downtown area used to be bustling with businesses and now it's mostly abandoned buildings. It's not the same city I remember."
based on 116 ReviewsGet to know Detroit with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Detroit
Absolutely terrible city. - 4/1/2008
I have lived in Detroit and the surrounding suburbs for the past 10 years. The city is actually fun when you are in that 20 something party stage. There are a lot of cool bars and nightclubs. However, Detroit being such a crime-ridden dump, don't expect to see many women.
It seemed the city was making a change for the better in the past ten years. A new baseball stadium, football stadium, and some new loft condos. Paying $8 bucks a beer watching the Tigers is one thing, but the Lions is quite the other.
If you are planning to move to the area you pretty much have to live in the suburbs. Detroit has terrible crime, a crumbling infrastructure, the worst schools with the highest drop-out rate in the country, and a lot of rude lazy workers in almost every service business.
The Mayor of this fine town is currently indicted on 8 felony's and the city doesn't see the need to fire him. This is a man who allegedly cheated on his wife, fired
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Moving Away - 3/26/2008
I currently reside in Detroit Michigan. The economy here is the worse in the Nation at the moment, need I say more. I am looking to relocate to a hotter climate, where there are jobs, safety, and
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Quality of life - 3/24/2008
Detroit always seems to get the worst rap possible.This much I can tell you ..i was born in Detroit in 1946. I have lived in the tri-county area my entire life. This city is much better then many think. It bottomed out in the years after the 1967 riots & thru the 1980's. It is reclaiming its Downtown block by block.Look at the number of bldg. permits over the last 6 years compared to the previous 30yrs.Once the city settles up with getting a new mayor it should be able to make further
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In Detroit - 11/29/2007
Do they still do that technique where the car-jackers keep tapping your bumper, and then you're suppose to get out of your car and argue and then WHAM lights out, There goes your
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In Detroit - 11/29/2007
Do car thiefs still do that technique where they tap, tap, tap your bumper to make you get out so they can car-jack
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Detroit is a POOR place to live.... - 11/2/2007
High crime, poor economy, no public transportation, terrible weather, did I mention High Crime.... I grew up in Detroit and some of the suburbs are of course better, but the weather and poor job market makes Detroit a poor. Unfortunately, the future prospects are
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Detroit is what it is - 10/20/2007
I lived in the city for about 25 of my 29 years. The crime problem is overblown, though many of the people I went to school with (K thru 12) are dead, in prison, welfare moms, etc. Detroit-bashers need to realize that most people who are the victims of violent crime are people involved in illegal activity, especially drug dealing. Random acts of violence are fairly rare, even in Detroit. Just don't deal drugs, rob dope houses, or get involved in other forms of vice. The only crime I experienced during my 25 years of residency was when the hubcaps were stolen off of my rental car. That being said, compared to other large cities, Detroit is pretty grim, especially on the majority of the southwest and southeast sides. You couldn't pay me any amount of money to go into those areas after dark. Lots of gangs, dope-dealing, and other typical inner-city problems. I finally moved out of the city to the suburbs this summer of 07. Ironically, it wasn't because of crime. The primary reason
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Nice Place to Visit - 8/13/2007
Michigan is a great place to visit. We have great festivals year round. There is so much to see and do. The economy is the worst of all 50 states right now. There are so many people out of work and losing their
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Detroit is a good place to be ... from! - 8/11/2007
Having lived in the City almost the majority of my life, I can only say, I'm glad I got out when I did, and I just wish the rest of my family would get out. It's going to hell in a handbasket.
Yes, downtown Detroit is a beautiful place to visit after hours, and yes, there is a lot to do, for family, culture, entertainment, history and so much more.
But it isn't a place to live. It's a place to visit.
Just don't stay too
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