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		ekianjo on Jan 26, 2025 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: How far can you get in 40 minutes from each subway... You don't decide to make things high density out of the blue. People have to WANT to live there.

CalRobert on Jan 26, 2025 | [–]

Well yes, one clear indicator of that is where homes are expensive. Like in places with great transit and amenities.

Too on Jan 26, 2025 | [–]

Cheap + quick commute to downtown takes care of that.

ekianjo on Jan 27, 2025 | [–]

There is only a downtown if there are jobs there.

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