Skip to content
×
PRO
Pro Members Get Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
$0
TODAY
$69.00/month when billed monthly.
$32.50/month when billed annually.
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
Already a Pro Member? Sign in here

Join Over 3 Million Real Estate Investors

Create a free BiggerPockets account to comment, participate, and connect with over 3 million real estate investors.
Use your real name
By signing up, you indicate that you agree to the BiggerPockets Terms & Conditions.
The community here is like my own little personal real estate army that I can depend upon to help me through ANY problems I come across.
Buying & Selling Real Estate
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated almost 8 years ago, 01/08/2017

User Stats

152
Posts
122
Votes
Stephanie Cabral
Pro Member
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Wethersfield, CT
122
Votes |
152
Posts

How much crime is ok?

Stephanie Cabral
Pro Member
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Wethersfield, CT
Posted

I'm looking at a two family to purchase in a well-kept neighborhood that is a few blocks away from a rougher neighborhood. The deal is over a 2% deal, more like 2.3% with a strong renters community. My agent used to own in the area and is nervous because he says it was run by gangs then but as part of my due diligence, I reached out to the police department to ask about the call log for the street and the surrounding grid  and they mentioned they haven't had gang issues in years. They provided me with a fairly long report but all were non-violent crimes, except for a few domestic disturbances. On the street in the past 5 years, most of the calls are suspicious behavior, noise complaints, etc with a few motor vehicle burglaries and one auto theft. There was one burglary (breaking and entering) and one arson committed by the property's tenant. I'd consider this a C neighborhood and can mitigate the risk by installing motion activated flood lights and security cameras. I'm inclined to proceed with the purchase but wanted to get thoughts from you all at BP. 

Thanks in advance for your input!

  • Stephanie Cabral
  • Podcast Guest on Show #360
  • Loading replies...