gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 3, 2010 10:53am
Not a visiting thread, but a moving thread -- moving away from Boston in September to Chicago; anyone that lives there now have advice on neighborhoods in which to live? I have a few in mind based on recommendations (Andersonville, Logan Square, Bucktown) but would love any first-hand experience you have.
For the record, I think the 'burbs are out as my job is downtown and my girlfriend is going to be going to grad school at DePaul's loop campus.
For the record, I think the 'burbs are out as my job is downtown and my girlfriend is going to be going to grad school at DePaul's loop campus.
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SnotBubbles
Jun 3, 2010 11:32am
gorocks99;377841 wrote:Not a visiting thread, but a moving thread -- moving away from Boston in September to Chicago; anyone that lives there now have advice on neighborhoods in which to live? I have a few in mind based on recommendations (Andersonville, Logan Square, Bucktown) but would love any first-hand experience you have.
For the record, I think the 'burbs are out as my job is downtown and my girlfriend is going to be going to grad school at DePaul's loop campus.
How much dough are you willing to spend? Gold Coast would be the best, but if you're not Oprah....
North Side: Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lakeview, and Roscoe Village. (Wrigleyville is great too...plus you'll never get bored).
South Side: Beverly, Hyde Park
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 3, 2010 11:33am
Looking for a 1BD place in the range of $800-$1200/month, preferably around $1000. The North Side is where we're leaning, I'll be working right around the Merch Mart. Did some walking around Roscoe Village the last time I was out there, it's a nice place. Is Wrigleyville really "collegey"? Used to live in the college-dominated area in Boston and while it's cool, kinda want to get away from the house parties every night, broken beer bottles all over the sidewalks type of areas.
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SnotBubbles
Jun 3, 2010 11:47am
You can find something safe and clean for that price...but that is on the low end of rent for Chicago. I'd honestly look at Gold Coast. You're close to the city, but it's safe. Also by the lake and beaches for entertainment. Good luck...I love the city and wish I could convince my wife to move back that way!
Try this site to find an apartment in your price range...should be helpful: http://www.chicago.com/apartments/
Also, this site will show you the crime rates of possible neighborhoods: http://chicago.everyblock.com/crime/locations/neighborhoods/
Try this site to find an apartment in your price range...should be helpful: http://www.chicago.com/apartments/
Also, this site will show you the crime rates of possible neighborhoods: http://chicago.everyblock.com/crime/locations/neighborhoods/
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SnotBubbles
Jun 3, 2010 11:50am
Here, I found you a place. 
This whole thread is really making me itch to move too....need a roommate? I'd be divorced and paying child support on 3 little ones...but I think it's going to be worth it!
http://www.chicago.com/apartments/apartment/?id=1012640
This whole thread is really making me itch to move too....need a roommate? I'd be divorced and paying child support on 3 little ones...but I think it's going to be worth it!
http://www.chicago.com/apartments/apartment/?id=1012640
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 3, 2010 12:26pm
I know that one day Snotbubbles and I are gonna to become roommates on top of a mountain, and there's going to be flutes playing and trombones and flowers and garlands of fresh herbs. And we will chatter till the sun rises. And then his children will form a family band. And we will tour the countryside and you won't be invited.
chicago510
Posts: 5,728
Jun 3, 2010 12:32pm
You've seen the light! Your soul will thank you for leaving Boston for the GOAT city in the world.
Can't really comment on downtown, I've only lived in the 'burbs as a youngin.
Can't really comment on downtown, I've only lived in the 'burbs as a youngin.
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cbus4life
Posts: 2,849
Jun 3, 2010 12:34pm
Lakeview.
Belly35
Posts: 9,716
Jun 3, 2010 12:36pm
My daughter lives in Lakeview area for the past 2 1/2 years and loves it ... I enjoy that area also ...just less that 30 train into Chicago
I have been to Chicago alot so if you want or need a question ask I willl help you or will contact my daughter
I have been to Chicago alot so if you want or need a question ask I willl help you or will contact my daughter
jpake1
Posts: 2,389
Jun 3, 2010 12:46pm
I live in the subs so I can't really help you out with the places downtown. Good luck with everything though!
mths_2013
Posts: 269
Jun 3, 2010 12:48pm
My advice to you; ignore the whinny Cubbie fans.
mucalum49
Posts: 1,639
Jun 3, 2010 12:49pm
Check out http://www.hotpads.com it isn't a Chicago specific site to search for apartments but it has a lot more places than your typical rent.com type sites. I vote for Wrigleyville, the gf and I are trying to move out there once I graduate in August.
Bigred1995
Posts: 1,042
Jun 3, 2010 12:55pm
I know you said that you think the 'burbs are out, but if I were you I'd reconsider. There are some great communities that fall on the rail line and in a lot of cases would be a very quick commute into downtown. If I ever move to the Chicago area I think I'd look into moving to Naperville.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 3, 2010 1:06pm
It's not that I have anything specifically against suburbs, but I like local places I can walk to ... local coffee shops, local restaurants, local bars ... and don't want to have to drive lots of places. I know I'll have to move to the suburbs eventually, when I get kids and whatnot, so I'm trying to stave it off as long as I can.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 3, 2010 1:12pm
mucalum49;377972 wrote:Check out http://www.hotpads.com it isn't a Chicago specific site to search for apartments but it has a lot more places than your typical rent.com type sites. I vote for Wrigleyville, the gf and I are trying to move out there once I graduate in August.
Thanks for that site -- better than rent.com and craigslist for sure.
BigAppleBuckeye
Posts: 2,935
Jun 3, 2010 2:14pm
SnotBubbles;377897 wrote:You can find something safe and clean for that price...but that is on the low end of rent for Chicago. I'd honestly look at Gold Coast. You're close to the city, but it's safe. Also by the lake and beaches for entertainment. Good luck...I love the city and wish I could convince my wife to move back that way!
Try this site to find an apartment in your price range...should be helpful: http://www.chicago.com/apartments/
Also, this site will show you the crime rates of possible neighborhoods: http://chicago.everyblock.com/crime/locations/neighborhoods/
+1 ... while I am not as enamored with Chicago as others, the Gold Coast is a great neighborhood. Love the energy there, lots of bars and restaurants, young vibe.