> I think this is something people who have never lived in such cities inherently don't understand. I agree public transit is a solution, but I think the issu

> I think this is something people who have never lived in such cities inherently don't understand. I agree public transit is a solution, but I think the issue is with supply rather than demand. The fact that the market value of land within walking distance of good public transit options or bike facilities is significantly more expensive is evidence that most people clearly do appreciate how valuable it is. Unless more cities and towns build better public transit and bike facilities then a growing population of people will keep bidding up the existing supply and turn it into a luxury good that few can afford.