Download or read book Urban Economics and Real Estate written by John F. McDonald and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-03-29 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Second Edition arms real estate professionals with a comprehensive approach to the economic factors that both define and affect modern urban areas. The text considers the economics of cities as a whole, instead of separating them. Emphasis is placed on economic theory and empirical studies that are based in economic theory. The book also explores the policy lessons that can be drawn from the use of economics to understand urban areas. Real estate professionals will find new coverage of urban areas around the world to provide a global perspective.