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Thomas Chavez
housing
Rent in Lake Shore getting crazy
Hi all, Rent is about $1,119/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Worth the trade-offs?
12 upvotes
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Kai Adams
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is healthcare. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
39 upvotes
Bella Mitchell
I've been living here for 12 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor recreation is improving compared to other places I've lived. Overall Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
39 upvotes
Bennett
100%
28 upvotes
seattlemama2022
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Old Town area are underrated. Kids love it here.
27 upvotes
Alexa Cook
been saying this for years
25 upvotes
Everly W.
Came here for retirement and stayed because I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The cultural scene is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
24 upvotes
Alexa Cook
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in East area are improving. Kids love it here.
21 upvotes
Austin Wood
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 11 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
I've been here 11 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
20 upvotes
Aaliyah Thompson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely decent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely decent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
19 upvotes
Aaron Cook
100%
17 upvotes
chicago_roman
Used to live on the South side, now on the Riverside side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
8 upvotes
Brooklyn Long
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Oak Park) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Houston, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Oak Park) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Houston, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
3 upvotes
Sarah Martin
lol so true
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