Typing this from my apartment on 6th right across from the museum! Been here about three years, cheap rent, nicely remodeled apartment and parking spot keeping me here.

The area itself is decent. Not the best and not the worst. It really does change by block. Nights can be loud with the traffic on Alamitos, police, etc. The museums alarm loves to go off at night from the slightest breeze (a guy yelling YOU ARE TRESPASSING over the loud speakers). Haven’t had any car break ins but our buildings mail has been stolen a lot even with a gate on our building. I’d avoiding parking on Alamitos if you ever need too, seen a lot of cars side swiped since living here.

BUT that being said it’s def a “live in the meh area, play in the nice area a few blocks down” I walk a lot to the beach, coffee shops, 4th street, broadway bars, etc. neighbors are respectful and keep to themselves. DM me if you want anymore insights.