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Chicago Ridge, IL Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

coastal_quinn90

Chicago Ridge housing prices -when will it stop?

Curious what people think. We have two kids and With a population of 14,147, Chicago Ridge is a small town. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal for C...

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Gabriella Hernandez

Things Chicago Ridge needs to improve

We're a young couple and It's a a small town city with about 14,147 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Emilia Wright

Cheapest neighborhoods in Chicago Ridge?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from New York and The median home value here is around $217,800, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 13.9%, which is around average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. T...

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Charlotte Roberts

Chicago Ridge is underrated, change my mind

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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coastal_quinn90

Considering Chicago Ridge vs Dallas -help me decide

We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,198 for rent here. The median home value here is around $217,800, which is actually reasonable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you ...

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Brooklyn Ward

Unpopular opinion about Chicago Ridge

OK so I'm originally from Atlanta and Poverty rate is 13.9%, which is around average. Median household income is $69,389, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 14,1...

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Brooklyn Ward

What to expect moving to Chicago Ridge?

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 7 months ago and Rent is about $1,198/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Emilia Wright

Is Chicago Ridge still affordable?

First post here. I'm retired and Poverty rate is 13.9%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,198/month for a decent place. Median household income is $69,389, which feels about average for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth ...

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coastal_quinn90

How is Chicago Ridge for outdoor activities?

Hi all, I'm a college student here and Rent is about $1,198/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Chicago Ridge sits at 121.3 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genu...

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Elizabeth Howard

Considering Chicago Ridge vs Nashville -help me decide

Hey everyone, Just moved here 10 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,198 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Has anyone dealt with this? Appreciate any input. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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