The Geography of Gentrification

Gentrification is a process in which the character of a neighborhood changes, typically in the direction of wealthier residents, businesses, and services.

Rising property values are a common characteristic of gentrifying neighborhoods, as wealthier residents and businesses move in.

Displacement is the term for the displacement of low-income residents from their homes due to gentrification.

Increased social inequality is a common consequence of gentrification, as wealthier residents move in and displace low-income residents.

Revitalization is the term for the process of renovating and restoring a dilapidated building or area.

Community land trusts are a common strategy for preventing gentrification, as they allow residents to collectively own and control the land in their neighborhood.

Rising housing costs are a common characteristic of gentrifying cities, as wealthier residents move in.

Increased social inequality is a common consequence of gentrification, as wealthier residents move in and displace low-income residents.

Revitalization is the term for the process of renovating and restoring a dilapidated building or area.

Community land trusts are a common strategy for preventing gentrification, as they allow residents to collectively own and control the land in their neighborhood.

Rising housing costs are a common characteristic of gentrifying cities, as wealthier residents move in.