We relocated for my husband's job in nonprofit. Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.
Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. A friend just bought in Bridgeport for K and I'm not sure if that was smart.
The school system in Bridgeport is actually underrated. Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.
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Nicholas Roberts
Great question. Here's my honest take after 3 years:
The good:
- Good parks and trails
- Safe neighborhoods
- Pet-friendly city
The not-so-good:
- Property taxes
- Limited diversity in some areas
The suburbs vs city debate here is real.. I'd say for young professionals, Chicago is underrated. Feel free to ask specifics.
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Adam Jackson
I've lived in both Old Town and Wicker Park. Completely different vibes. Public transit is {transit_feel} - you'll want a car..
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Ezekiel T.
Lol so true.
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Bennett K.
Nah.
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Zoe L.
Noted.
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Joan N.
It's gotten better recently.
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Hudson Martinez
Gonna share a detailed perspective since most replies are pretty surface-level.
I'm a college grad in Edgewater. Been here since 2022. The weather took some getting used to but I actually love it now..
Neighborhood-wise, Edgewater has really changed in the past few years. Lincoln Park is the up-and-coming spot right now. Andersonville is where I'd look if budget is a concern.
Job market for construction: pretty good. For logistics: growing.
Honestly the biggest downside is {downside}.
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Adam Patel
As someone who lives in Ukrainian Village, I keep discovering new spots even after {yr} years.. That said, it has gotten more expensive recently.
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Hailey Garcia
I'll give you a thorough answer since I've been through this exact situation.
I moved to Logan Square from Dallas about 6 years ago. Initially I missed home a lot. But after settling in, Nightlife is decent if you know where to go..
A few things I'd recommend:
- Check out Logan Square and Uptown for housing
- Get a car if you don't have one - transit is limited
- Check out the local brewery scene
The biggest adjustment was housing. The suburbs vs city debate here is real.. Overall I'd give Chicago a 8/10 for remote workers.
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Liam Morgan
Alright, I'm going to write the reply I wish someone had written for me when I was researching Chicago.
Background: 43, college grad, moved from Pittsburgh 7 years ago for work. Currently in Ravenswood.
**Housing:**
The market is underrated right now. We went with Ravenswood because it felt safe. Paid /mo starting out, now at /mo. If I could do it again, I'd look at Wicker Park - it's growing and the value is better.
**Work:**
nonprofit jobs are stable here. I was worried coming from Pittsburgh but the market is solid. Salary-wise, expect it varies wildly by field.
**Social Life:**
This was my biggest worry. First 2 months were tough. Then I found my people through a board game night. Now I have a solid group. Chicago people are warm once you break through.
**Day to Day:**
- Groceries: about average
- Traffic: manageable if you avoid rush hour
- Dining out: amazing variety
- Entertainment: could be better
**Would I move here again?**
The weather took some getting used to but I actually love it now.. For couples, I'd give it a 7/10.
Feel free to DM me with specific questions - happy to help fellow newcomers.
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Waylon Turner
Gonna share a detailed perspective since most replies are pretty surface-level.
I'm a remote worker in Andersonville. Been here since 2018. People here are friendlier than I expected coming from {other}..
Neighborhood-wise, Andersonville has really shifted in the past few years. Ravenswood is the up-and-coming spot right now. Lincoln Park is where I'd look if budget is a concern.
Job market for education: hit or miss. For finance: up-and-coming.
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