I also live in a medium density European city and charging poles have been popping next to parking spaces an impressive rate over the past year or so. 2 years

I also live in a medium density European city and charging poles have been popping next to parking spaces an impressive rate over the past year or so. 2 years ago I might have agreed with you, but today it would absolutely be possible to own an electric car if I lived back in my old apartment without its own parking space.