There are over 80,000 neighborhoods in the US alone, and they are all distinct in their people, setting, and culture. Many people want to know what different neighborhoods are like including, people moving, people traveling, and even curious locals.
People moving in particular want to find a place that fits their identity, lifestyle, and values. The average American moves every five years, and while choosing a neighborhood is as important as choosing a home, there has been no resource that helps people easily understand neighborhoods. Real estate agents also need better tools to help them educate their clients about an area.
Currently, people moving spend days driving around, talking to friends, and piecing together fragmented information to figure out where they belong. Even after all that effort, many people still choose the wrong area and have to move again. In fact, our founder had the idea for NabeWise after moving more than 30 times, so we know first-hand how difficult it can be.
At NabeWise we allow you to search for neighborhoods based on your preferences and then we provide a window into what the neighborhood is really like. We work hard every day developing new ways to convey all the subtleties of each neighborhood. Here are some of the resources and tools you can find on our site today:
At NabeWise we see cities as a collection of neighborhoods, and we are passionate about knowing the distinct places, people, and micro-cultures that make them up. We hope you enjoy exploring the world by neighborhood as much as we do.
NabeWise is currently in New York, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, and Chicago, and will be rolling out more cities in the coming months! We would love to hear your feedback, comments and suggestions. Email us anytime at feedback@nabewise.com.