Political Economy of Housing in Chile

This book explores how housing shapes social inequality by examining the Chilean housing market. It reveals how neoliberal urbanism creates unequal cities based on profitability and segregation, and how this is facilitated by a political system. It is a valuable resource for students and professionals interested in urban studies, planning, sociology, and geography, as well as those in the real estate market who want to create more egalitarian and just cities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book delves into the intricate relationship between housing, political economy, and social inequality, utilizing a comprehensive framework that places housing at the forefront of understanding these complex dynamics. By drawing on a wealth of empirical evidence from the case of the Chilean housing market, the book offers valuable insights into the ways in which real estate development, housing provision, and social inequality are interconnected.

Through applied urban economics analyses, the book highlights the contradictions of neoliberal urbanism, revealing how it perpetuates social segregation and hinders the creation of truly equitable and inclusive cities. Neoliberal urbanism operates on the principle of profitability, prioritizing capital investment efficiency over the well-being and equality of city residents. The chapters of this book shed light on the mechanisms through which these processes are generated, rather than being solely attributed to the invisible hand of the market.

The book is of immense interest to graduate students in urban studies, urban planning, sociology, and urban geography, as well as to decision-makers and stakeholders in the real estate market who are committed to improving the social benefits of their professional activities. By striving to generate more egalitarian and just cities, this book provides valuable insights and tools for addressing the pressing challenges of urban inequality and creating more sustainable and inclusive urban environments.

Weight: 408g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032391793