This is the 1196th most frequent Russian word.
жилые
"Residential" or "inhabited."
Here, 'жилые' modifies 'кварталы', meaning 'residential blocks', indicating areas designated for living.
Наш район состоит из жилых кварталов.
Our neighborhood consists of residential blocks.
In this sentence, 'жилые' describes 'помещения', meaning 'living spaces', emphasizing their purpose for habitation.
Жилые помещения должны быть безопасны и комфортны.
Living spaces must be safe and comfortable.
The word 'жилые' here describes 'дома', meaning 'houses', specifying that these houses are used as residences.