I lived in East Palo Alto for a few years during that time. I was able to save some money and pay off some student loans. It was doable, but it wasn't great. Pa

I lived in East Palo Alto for a few years during that time. I was able to save some money and pay off some student loans. It was doable, but it wasn't great. Parking, traffic, garbage, noise, theft, and fleas were a constant thing.