Good for employment but not to live.
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11/25/2020
This used to be a decent place, but it has rapidly declined. With the employment boon came the usual problems of increased crime and influx of homeless. Just look at the crime statistics. They're way higher than the national average. At one time the Five Points area was a coveted historic area, but now it's an overpriced haven for the homeless and crime. I've lived in the area for a year and there have been three killings less than a mile from where I live; one was two blocks.
I can't wait to get moved out of this city. Housing is way overpriced everywhere because of the demand. If you can find an affordable place it's usually in a very sketchy neighborhood. If you want to be safe and have some money left over at the end of the month, find a place about twenty or thirty miles away.
Nathan | Edinburg, IL