The emergence of stable racially and ethnically diverse urban communities: A case study of nine U.S. cities

Is there diversity in the New Urbanism? Analyzing the demographic characteristics of New Urbanist neighborhoods in the United States

“…These objectives are supported through the affordability programs and the practices of Catellus, the City, and the non-profit partners that routinely frame Mueller as a socially diverse and successful place (Catellus Development Group, 2015). Mueller shares these characteristics with "diverse by design" neighborhoods that Nyden et al (1997) identified as racially and economically diverse places that have remained stable over time. These same characteristics-intentional efforts that promote and value diversity in a place-are noticeably absent from Fall Creek Place.…”

Food Deserts in US Cities

“…Other researchers argue that food deserts arose in inner-city areas because the median income dropped when affluent residents migrated to suburban areas in the 1960s through the 1980s (Bianchi et al, 1982;Flournoy, 2006;Nyden et al, 1998;Wienk, 1979;Walker et al, 2010). Studies show that this migration to suburbs from urban areas resulted in closing of one-half of the supermarkets in the three largest cities of the United States (Alwitt and Donley, 1997;Diesenhouse, 1993;Miller, 1994;Walker et al, 2010).…”

Assessing residents’ opinions on changes in a gentrifying neighborhood: A case study of the Alberta neighborhood in Portland, Oregon

“…They even took direct action to preserve these minorities (and their cultures) by advocating for more affordable housing, protesting against luxury condominiums and chain stores, patronizing longtime businesses, and participating in events that celebrate minority cultures. Nyden, Maly, and Lukehart (1997) illustrate how some "self-consciously diverse" neighborhoods have one or more organizations that bring the entire community together to promote racial diversity as a vital neighborhood asset. Other researchers have documented white gentrifiers' taste for diversity as well (Davila 2001;Lloyd 2005;Zukin 1995).…”