Safe Areas in Elmira, New York? ... Geneva? (Victor, Chemung: apartments, how much)

[dllb]

Hello. I am currently considering relocating to Elmira, NY. However, I've read about Elmira not being a safe place and have reconsidered.

I really like Elmira, because it's inexpensive and has beautiful Victorian homes and buildings. I have a dog, and a lot of the area seems pet-friendly.

Which parts of Elmira are safe? How much are apartments for the safer areas? Do these areas allow dogs? Are there any surrounding areas of Elmira (in Chemung county) that are recommended?

If no one recommends the Elmira move, then what about Geneva? It is so beautiful there. A bit small, and not much information on the web about the apartment/housing. But it seems like a safe place?

Thanks for any advice or info. Take care.

[ckhthankgod]

I'd go with the West Side or South Sides of the city. I think most of the North Side is fine. It's East side has the rough reputation.

As for Geneva, I'd say the Western half of the city, but most of it is fine. I think ther eis an area in the Eastern side of town near the public housing that is iffy, but besides that, I think most of the city is fine.