Yeah, I don't get the no ideal thing. Seems to be mainly in southern states, but has been creeping into nicer neighborhoods up north. Some could be because they were rural, but if you look at places around DFW, you see sidewalks just...stop.

Like, do they not expect people to want to walk anywhere or is it just too expensive due to property rights?

Instead, what you end up with are silly trails that are often not lit up at night, paving the way for robbery, rape, etc.

Much better than spending a few bucks on a legit sidewalk. (cough).