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I live towards the mall and when I go to Albertsons at the end of Zia Rd, I am almost always approached in the parking lot, going and coming. Then when you drive out of the lot, there is always someone at the stop sign. I recognise all the various people by now and there are about 6-7 that work the lot, one is a woman. Strange as it seems, they seem to take turns. I wonder if they all live ( or commute in) together. Strangly, I've never seen anyone give them a thing. Though people must, or why would they stay??
Then it's pretty frequent at Trader Joes, always the same couple guys. I wonder if being with your husband gives you "protection"? I'm always on my own- single women are probably easier marks.
I wonder if being with your husband gives you "protection"? I'm always on my own- single women are probably easier marks.
Well, maybe so, but still wouldn't I see them on street corners and in parking lots? I am a pretty observant person, and I have been to all the places you have mentioned and I have never seen anyone I would suspect of being a panhandler...or never seen anyone approached. The fact that I am with my husband doesn't mean I'm not alert to my surroundings.
People occasionally (rarely) in parking lots or restaurants trying to sell things, yes -- but never begging for money. Never seen it once. Interesting. Oh well. I can only give information to people about Santa Fe if I know it to be true. (Thanks for responding with your observations...)
1. The people-are they friendly? How about racism? I'm white and have heard white people are occasionally discriminated against.
2. Crime? Ugliness? By that I mean ghettos, slums, gang bangers and their bull****..we have alot that in San Diego and I can't wait to leave that behind.
3. Nature and scenery? I'm a very outdoorsy kind of guy and access to nature isn't a preference, it's a necessity. I'd hope it's not all desert there. Trees? Mountains? Hiking and camping? That sort of thing.
Entertainment? Resturaunts? Movies? I don't really spend much time at malls or plazas so don't care about that...just where to get the basics-groceries etc....
Welcome to Santa Fe! I think like most residents you will come to enjoy the cosmopolitan, small-town atmosphere.
Residents of Santa Fe are very friendly. Though many stay away from the plaza, many come out on early weekend mornings to eat a hearty New Mexican breakfast and a little people watching.
In terms of crime, I would not worry. Small petty crime exist but nothing to lose sleep over. I am sorry that the Santa Fe forum has become littered with crime and protection threads. Believe me, it is not neccesary to bring with you a machine gun. lol Obviously Santa Fe did not become world famous do to its infamous crime.
In terms of nature and scenery I think that is a given. Even the city is scenic itself. Take a bike up some random winding street or stroll around the East side Canyon Rd. area. Beautiful mountain scenery and activities are pleantiful. Try the Enchanted Circle up towards Red River, the High and even Low roads to Taos, and the back road up Sandia peak overlooking Albuquerque.
In regards to Restaurants if you can't find any decent ones then you are probably living in a different Santa Fe. For a town of 70k, Santa Fe holds its own hands down. I really love the Vanassie on Water St., just off the plaza. Great place for a date or to relax. Also, I think a new movie theatre is opening up in the Railyard district.
I will be moving to Santa Fe in July or August 2009 to attend graduate school. I'm thinking of buying a house in the Airport Road area. Does anyone live there? I am single and am looking for a safe neighborhood. The Airport Road area seems to have the least expensive houses. Does anyone have any other suggestions, guidances? Thanks.
I don't live in the Airport Rd area, but several on this forum do, and they'll affirm that it's an affordable, safe place to live by and large. Just last week I saw a bunch of homes in that area and there are good values to be had - I showed my client two new homes for less than $200k, which is a rarity in this town...
If you're single, you might also want to think about a condo or townhouse closer to downtown - you'll get less square footage of course, but you might gain in convenience, if you want to be closer in. There are several good townhome/condo developments to consider.
Thank you. Condo have too many fees, and I'm already working with a realtor. I have to weigh my options and see if renting or buying makes the most sense. Buying seems to be cheaper than renting at this point. Have a nice day.
You're right - in this market and at the $200k-$250 price point it's better to buy, if you're planning to stay here for more than a few years. If you're uncertain, or you have a less than 3 yr timeframe, I'd rent.
K.... like Santa Fe is okay... Because i moved from Los Angeles, California.... But Santa Fe can be dangerous... But i moved to Angel Fire, New Mexico... there is peace and quit you don't have to worry about anything hurting you... my brother and sister are always in the streets like crazy... And nothing has ever happen to them... ANGEL FIRE IS A GOOD PLACE TO LIVE AT!!! I PROMISE
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