I lived in the neighborhood for a year pretty recently and agree with most of the above statements.

There are some new shops and cafes on Communipaw that have opened in the last couple years, which is a step in the right direction but there are still quite a few vacant storefronts and no proper grocery store in the neighborhood. 99 Ranch is the closest thing.

While living there, I left my car in the park and ride lot with no issues. The lot is patrolled and well lit, but smash and grabs are still a risk. It's best to leave your car interior completely empty and free of clutter to make it less of a target.

I never felt unsafe in the neighborhood even late at night, but I can understand why some people wouldn't feel safe there because some blocks can feel desolate and rundown, especially around that big abandoned warehouse. But that is quickly changing with all the new construction.