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> you seem to assume that the description of the neighborhood given was also the reason why it is cheaper

The OP wrote: "Sure, it’s 80% Chinese American, but [it's cheaper]". That made me wonder too why the ethnicity would be a drawback.

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All he is saying is that the demographics are heavily skewed, which is typically considered unusual. The ideal being an area that is representative of the population at large.

"typically considered unusual" - In SF specifically? Certainly not unusual elsewhere eg London where there is clear cultural clustering.

Yes, 80% is considered a bit extreme. We have cultural clustering in the US but you won't find people advocating for it or describing this scenario as ideal. The initial poster was asking why he was getting downvoted.

An example of how this plays out is demonstrated in the article itself. The author says '80% asian-american' rather than 'asian neighborhood.'

From a political correctness perspective, people in the US don't want to be seen perpetuating anything that could be considered a form of segregation. Simultaneously it is considered negative to be seen as 'gentrifying' a neighborhood, i.e. disrupting the traditional demographics of a neighborhood.

I can't reply to your reply, so replying here. What about Little Italys and Chinatowns?

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