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BlackWidow1414 t1_jdqz9bk wrote

It's been years since I was there, a decade or more, and it was REALLY run-down at that point. Such a shame, because some of the older houses really had the potential to be beautiful.

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ItchyMcHotspot t1_jdrdtrd wrote

When l was house shopping a couple years ago l was surprised to find some really beautiful, enormous houses in Plainfield. Lead me down a rabbit hole about NJ history. Google the Plainfield Rebellion if you’re interested. It’s also the birthplace of Parliament Funkadelic!

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Top_Ad5385 OP t1_jds3c98 wrote

They renamed a stretch of road on west side as "Parliament-Funkadelic Way" last year

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StultusMulier t1_jds4wlc wrote

The houses here are often beautiful and affordable. I live in 100+ year old mansion-esque type of home in one of the historic districts. I would NEVER have been able to afford it in other towns in this state. I find my neighbors to be pleasant and unstuffy and I try to shop locally when possible. Come to Plainfield, you will be welcomed.

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travelresearch t1_jdr7414 wrote

Yes, it’s been at least that time for me and run down is a good word. There were parts that did seem unsafe to me, as well. I used to go often for food, as I am Latina… but can find enough good places in Bound Brook, Middlesex, etc.

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Top_Ad5385 OP t1_jds487u wrote

Just judging from my drive, it's not Rodeo Drive or anything but I wouldn't call it run-down, at least not Downtown Plainfield

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