This report presents the results of quantitative and qualitative research examining the region of Casilino 23 over the course of three months. Its goal is to document the neighborhood in order to give the reader a holistic perspective of Casilino 23. We begin the first part of the report with a general background and an introduction to the neighborhood. We then highlight the history and provide readers with our initial observations. Through our methodology we outline the procedures, definitions, and explanations used to collect, analyze, and present information. Using statistical data, demographics, land use surveys, neighborhood characteristics, typologies and Lynch maps, this paper sets out to understand both the physical and social components of Casilino 23 in order to produce a comprehensive account of the patterns, problems and prescriptions within the area. This report also provides a glimpse into the changes occurring in Casilino 23 and the resident’s opinions, and explores how to better read and investigate a neighborhood.