Janesville library area safe? (renting, homes, neighborhoods)

[Owensmomma]

Hello all,

We're moving to Janesville soon, and are wondering about the safety of the neighborhood around and immediately east of the Janesville Public Library (Hedberg). We know enough to avoid the Fourth Ward, but this is across the river from there.

Any help or advice about this specific neighborhood is greatly appreciated! Thank you.

[Milwaukee City]

it's Janesville not Compton.

[Owensmomma]

Thanks.....anyone else want to weigh in?

[fattigmann]

The area is definitely not unsafe. I would just describe it as rather undesirable. I have lived in Janesville for the past 10 years, and have witnessed the run-down feel surrounding the library start migrating up towards the courthouse hill district. If you are going to purchase a house, I would recommend staying on the East side. I personally prefer to see people jogging and walking, well-maintained parks and homes, and economic stability. The library is an excellent resource in Janesville, however IMO the city fathers have left the downtown area to its own devices.

[Owensmomma]

Thanks for your input, Fattigmann---I appreciate it! Fortunately we'll be renting, not buying. As for economic stability, I'm not sure where to find areas of economic stability in an economy like the current one!

If we do decide to stay on in Janesville and maybe even buy something down the road, which neighborhoods are considered desirable?

Thanks again