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Ezekiel Allen
best-worst
Things Lake in the Hills needs to improve
Not sure if this has been asked before, but The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
3 upvotes
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Elizabeth R.
Came here for work and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The safety is honestly excellent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
31 upvotes
Frances M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 15 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is underrated.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The North side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I've been here 15 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is underrated.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The North side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
25 upvotes
Ethan Stewart
I've lived in Oak Park for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The public transit scene is decent
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. No regrets on my end..
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The public transit scene is decent
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. No regrets on my end..
22 upvotes
Genesis Carter
Used to live on the Downtown side, now on the Highland side. Completely different vibe. I have mixed feelings honestly.
22 upvotes
Ryan Castillo
Bought a house here in 2024 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
18 upvotes