By Kimberly Dawn Neumann | realtor.com
Are you a die-hard city lover? You know, the type who thrives on the crowds, the energy, the noise, and even the occasional squalor of an urban environment—and who doesn’t mind sacrificing space and paying a fortune for the privilege of having all that culture and activity right outside your front door? Well, if so, you’re not alone: According to recent U.N. statistics, 54% of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, a proportion that is expected to increase to 66% by 2050.
