I agree with you, but I don't think it will be entirely about personal finances. Inner city living is a lifestyle that has high-highs (easy work commute if you

I agree with you, but I don't think it will be entirely about personal finances. Inner city living is a lifestyle that has high-highs (easy work commute if you work in the city, more vibrant social life, nearby public transit) and low-lows (higher crime/violence, unhealthy air quality, terrible public schools). As the highs start to matter less (social life not as active, remote working more acceptable, etc), and the lows start to matter more (they have kids, etc), I think the natural progression is that they move out of the city.