Check with local realty offices, or work with an agent; check local print media for by owner rentals, always verify ownership before exchanging any money; word of mouth, etc.
Also check out Menupages.com
You can read "real" people reviews (even leave your own reviews)............. and take a look at the menus, too.
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I've lived in the neighborhood for about eight years and never had a problem. But I would think it depends on the individual and maybe specific streets. Like every place else things happen from time to time, but I would say it is relatively a safe neighborhood.... more