History
Environmental Gentrification
Quick fact
In some cities, the construction of a new park or greenway has been linked to a 10–20% increase in nearby property values within a few years, often outpacing income growth and forcing long-term residents to move.
Why this is interesting
Imagine a city builds a beautiful new park in a polluted neighborhood—then the people who live there can no longer afford to stay. How can an environmental victory become a housing crisis?