Safety of Sunset Park, around 45th?
My boyfriend and I are considering renting an apartment in that area, and we wanted to know if it’s considered safe/liberal? We’re not the most traditional of folks, and the apartment we found is lovely. We’re both artists of one kind or another, so that’s a big deal for us, but he and I are…
My boyfriend and I are considering renting an apartment in that area, and we wanted to know if it’s considered safe/liberal?
We’re not the most traditional of folks, and the apartment we found is lovely. We’re both artists of one kind or another, so that’s a big deal for us, but he and I are both… a bit on the odd side when it comes to looks. My boyfriend especially needs to watch where he wanders at night as he’s somewhat effeminate looking, and we’re both aware of the reaction it might get him in certain places, so really, what I want to know is, is this the sort of place where punk/goth/indie kids could live, as long as they’re reliable, quiet, and make sure the rent is on time?
I bought a brownstone at 47th & 6th ave, 7 years ago and have never had any trouble. I am a white. I have tenants who have tattoos and some piercing. They like it here too. Sunset Park is changing, there are more artists moving out here because the houses are nice and rentals are not sky high. No matter what you look like, if you simply participate a little with the locals on your block, you will fit in better than you think.
Kids these days…
The feeling of safety is a relative thing. Where I may feel safe you may not and vice versa. So its hard to “recommend” one location over another.
I think the area you are considering is fairly safe and any hesitation to recommend the area would have nothing to do with the way you look. You could look like the most average joe and still have a problem with someone looking for trouble. That said, I wouldn’t feel comfortable walking around there (or most areas in NYC) in the middle of the night without concern. So if you’re careful after hours and keep an eye out, I think you’re fine. The area has definitely improved over the years and there are plenty of families and young couples who are moving into that area every day.
I think you should be ok on 45th st, I’ve walked more then a few times late at night from the south slope down towards bay ridge. At night it seems mainly hispanic, but harmless. Even though it was late night, families with their children are hanging out in the street with lawn chairs. Don’t get me wrong, its NY, keep your eyeballs to yourself.
To the fellow who can’t spell: …maybe I’d take your opinion into consideration if you spelled be, or faggot correctly. Not only that, but your logic is faulty, and your assumption about us is wrong. Not that I’d give a donkey’s behind about you if we were a gay couple, but I’m a girl, and my boyfriend is (well duh) a boy. As for gay’s being hated where ever they go? Ever been to Chelsea, or the West Village, ass-hat? Go, and you’ll get gay-basher bashed.
To the fellow who suggested we go back to the village: I suggest you look at prices in the village. I’m an art student; do you seriously think I can pay thirty-five hundred a month for a studio apartment? If you do you’re crazy, not to mention, I was born in Williamsburg, so I wouldn’t classify it as going back to the village. Though, I’ll make you a deal, if you drive all the yuppies back to the upper east side, I’ll think about it.
To everyone else: Thank you for the advice. I’ve had a look at Clinton Hill, public transport situation isn’t what I need. As for bed stuy and prospect heights, I actually feel a little more nervous in those places, thanks for the suggestion though.
I think, if the landlady agrees to give us the apartment (which hopefully she will) we’ll take it.
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Go back to the village please
I disagree with the above poster.
I am the landlord of a four family brownstone on 49th Street and when I bought the building a few years ago, the neighborhood was almost entirely hispanic families.
In the last few years, many young artists and professionals have moved in and everytime I go there I see them walking down the street. I think you will fit in just fine.
As for safety, most of my tenants are young single females and they all feel very safe coming home late at night.
i think you’d be better off in clinton hill, bed stuy, prospect heights or crown heights. more pratt kids. depends what you can afford.