heatherr8

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3/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Safe & Sound 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 2/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 4/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 4/5
  • Lack of Traffic 2/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 5/5
  • Public Transport 2/5
  • Medical Facilities 4/5
  • Schools 4/5
Just now

"Wonderful place for families but could use an upgrade"

Danville is a safe place to raise a family! The schools are top notch and people are pretty nice. There is a difference from the East part of Danville vs. the West. If you want strict academics and young money, go to the East part. If you want more laid-back people and more sport/academic focus in schools, West side is your place. I find the West side is older money, therefore, the people seem to be less flashy and more down to earth.
A big compliant locals have is not having enough stores or places to take kids on a rainy day. The bowling alley and other establishments of that sort need a major makeover. A lot of young families live in Danville and want to see more places to take kids other than the parks.
Check out this website for more recommendations: danvillesocial.com
Pros
  • Great parks
  • Great schools
  • Safe
Cons
  • Need more family-friendly establishments
  • Blackhawk Plaza needs a new owner. Current one doesn’t care about the place!
  • A bit sleepy
  • Very expensive
Recommended for
  • Families with kids

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