Area guide · Cook County
Living in Chicago
From lakefront high-rises to vintage two-flats and bungalows, Chicago offers dozens of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own housing stock, transit, and amenities.
Lakefront
18 miles of trail along Lake Michigan, beaches, and parks.
Transit
CTA 'L' trains and buses plus Metra lines to the suburbs.
Housing variety
Condos, townhomes, two-flats, and single-family homes across the city.
Getting around
CTA rail and bus network; Metra to downtown from many neighborhoods.
Schools
For school information and attendance boundaries, visit the official district site:
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