5 of Chicago's Best Neighborhoods | Moving To Chicago

Hi! In this video, I talk about 5 of my favorite Chicago Neighborhoods. I'll discuss diversity, affordability, convenience, safety, and more topics. This is just my opinion and I know everyone has different experiences. At the very end give my rating of each area out of 5 :)
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0:00 Intro
2:03 Neighborhood 1
3:51 Neighborhood 2+3
7:28 Neighborhood 4
10:09 Neighborhood 5
11:58 Final Ranking
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[@TimewithLivi]

So ready to get out of west loop and move to another north Chicago neighborhood. Great seeing another black woman in north Chicago!

[@chismprism]

Love to hear it😊🙌🏾

[@Mr102185]

Why? West Loop is a very nice neighborhood.

[@TimewithLivi]

@@Mr102185 I need diversity. I’m coming from Atlanta so this is very very different for me.

[@Mr102185]

@@TimewithLivi I here ya. Chicago has a lot of diversity. You should consider Hyde Park on the south side or Edgewater on the north side. Both fantastic neighborhoods!! Welcome to Chicago!

[@danilojones1618]

I did alot of renting From the West side the Austin area u can get alot of bang for ur dollars I had a 2 bedroom apartment was paying 500$ I got free electricity Then left there moved 7 blocks away above a barbershop i get my haircut.. Then moved to Lakeview loved the neighbors.. Moved to Bucktown didn't like the grocery stores Then I moved to Roger's Park had a studio I was paying 500$ Left there moved to little Italy loved it waking distance to UIC LEFT THERE N WAS IN GARFIELD PK DIDNT LIKE IT STAYED FOR A MONTH THEN .MOVED TO BELMONT CRAIGIN B4 I DECIDED TO BUY WHICH IM ON THE BORDER LINE OF EVANSTON/ROGER'S PARK 2 BLOCKS OFF THE LAKE BEEN HERE FOR 4 YRS IM THINKING ABOUT RENTING IT OUT I WANT TO BUY A BUILDING STAY THERE FOR 2 YRS MIGHT BE IN BASEMENT RENT OUT THE 2 ABOVE ME IM LOOKING NOW.

[@PaigeTurnerASMR]

I live in Edison Park, extremely safe, yea it’s further out, but with buses and blue line I can go anywhere!❤️

[@JourneywithMrsMilan]

As a Chicago native (now living out of state) looking for part time places I must say you are spot on!

[@Arissa4ever]

really appreciate this video and your channel! I WFH and Chicago is one of cities that my job will allow me to move to, so this is really helpful. I am visiting for the first time this weekend and am hoping to make the move when my lease ends next year.

[@MV919Living]

Thank you for making this video. Full of helpful information.

[@chismprism]

I’m glad!⭐️ good luck on your journey

[@truthhurts7045]

This video helped so much. I have teenage daughter and its super important to have somewhere safe. My wife and I love to walk our boys. I hope we can move into one of the neighborhoods with not a lot of diversity to bring diversity to the neighborhood. Thank you for all of this videos

[@chismprism]

Love that! Yes, safety is very important. The neighborhood I listed would work great for families

[@WillHellmm]

Everything you said about Lincoln Park is so true, amazingly fun and beautiful area with an extremely high price tag. My family moved to the burbs almost a decade ago because the taxes just became too much

[@chismprism]

Yeah I feel you on that. This city is getting higher priced by the day smh

[@terrencewalker1382]

Not from Chicago but I only been there once and that was it which was last month. I grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio where most people wouldn't bother you as much in Downtown areas but always be careful wherever you want. I love my state of Ohio but it could be brutal cold in the winter.

[@foo9877]

Love your channel, you’re super cool. Thanks for this video

[@chismprism]

Thanks! I appreciate your kind words❤️

[@michellebland7508]

Moving to Chicago in 2 months right before my birthday 🎂

[@chismprism]

That's awesome! Happy birthday. Fall things to do in Chicago video coming soon!

[@GrayCarper]

Thank you so much for this very helpful video! My wife and I are moving from Hong Kong to Chicago this summer and the criteria you used to judge neighborhoods mirrors our own. Diversity and easy access to the El / trains (since we won't have a car either) are top of our list and I'm curious if you'd recommend we consider any other neighborhoods beyond what you've included here. Thanks so much again!

[@chismprism]

Wow, welcome to the city. That is quite the move! The ones I listed are still my favorite overall but you could try looking into Gold Coast (it's higher-end/pricey but really nice and close to downtown) or even the West Loop area (beautiful, industrial feel, lots of restaurants) these areas don't need a car. Good luck on your journey guys!

[@pavitra.brahmbhatt]

I agree we need more diversity in the North 😂 thanks for sharing!! 🔥🔥

[@chismprism]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@B1GN1K]

I'm moving to Rogers Park in December and I've seen all very positive reviews of it

[@chismprism]

Yeah, great area. Good luck with your move!

[@Mateo-et3wl]

High crime, don't go near Howard. Sheridan also not great

[@LilyWolfrumP]

Avondale, Uptown, Logan Square, Pilsen are my favorites. Resident of Chicago for 8 years. I lived in River North and it wasn't for me. I have to work downtown and I like coming home to community.

[@chismprism]

I totally agree! The cozy neighborhoods are the best. The downtown area can feel bare

[@lynwill9946]

Add Hyde Park to the list. I live one block from the lake. I no longer need a car due to the walk ability score. Diverse ethnic groups.

[@chismprism]

Thanks for the insight. Only been there once so didn't have too much knowledge on that area

[@lvandal6603]

Checkout Bronzeville

[@russellmeyers9761]

I hope she says portage Park cuz that was a good I know I was raised and it was one of the quietest neighborhoods

[@jasminefreeman1471]

Thank you

[@chismprism]

No problem! Thanks for watching

[@skyestinson6499]

My bf is born and raised in wicker park (37). He tells me stories about how it used to be a “low income” neighborhood with a lot of violence and that it was a heavily Hispanic community. Around the early 2000s is when he started really seeing the gentrification of the neighborhood. Seeing it now, I refuse to believe him 😂

[@chismprism]

😄I've heard that story also. Even over recent years, Wicker Park continues to change. Its becoming more boujee year by year

[@mariojohnson4695]

Not from Chicago, I’m just curious, what do you think of the West Loop or River North neighborhoods ? Cute sound effects!

[@chismprism]

Those are nice! Just pricey because of the area. Personally, I like more of a smaller neighborhood feeling which you can find further from the concrete playground.

[@Mateo-et3wl]

These are 100% yuppie neighborhoods, insanely expensive, and crowded/noisy. If you're over 30, don't bother. River north also has the addes disadvantage of night clubs and lots of drive-by shootings. For the price, I'd say it's one of the worst deals in the city. Only plus is it's close to the loop and other stuff. The neighborhood itself is too crowded and hectic at this point

[@Jarhead2318]

You seem like the type of person who likes wide open spaces with more greenery. What would you recommend closer to downtown if you had a choice?

[@chismprism]

You're right about that. Everyone is different. I like my distance from the city personally. Its all about what you are looking for

[@mic1240]

Many people are surprised how many parks, and forest preserves (land set aside which can’t be built on, is 13% of the entire county), the outskirts city neighborhoods are surrounded by acres of woods, and lots of parks too throughout city big and small. Lincoln Park (actual park) is massive and lots of trails, a zoo and more, can feel like not in city in many parts of the park. Almost all these areas are not where native Chicagoans (for most park) grow up, more post college areas where many live for few years and move after looking to buy or raise family. Of course, are exceptions, but younger people havens with lots of rentals and generally more expensive than farther out neighbors . Rogers Park (far north) and Albany Park (north/nw) are both on train lines are some of the most diverse neighborhoods in the entire US (if looking North specifically and diversity priority). The West portion of Logan Square in primarily Latino population.

[@headlessprofessor]

I like your videos. I have lived in Hyde Park, Woodlawn, Uptown, and now Gold Coast. Nothing beats Gold Coast for quality of life.

[@chismprism]

I was going to live in Gold Coast years ago. It was a little too bougie for me but still a nice area

[@toneki9046]

Minwaukee?

[@jaystallztv]

Hey Im from The Bronx NYC and i wanted to know if wicker park rogers park Lincolnwood park ridge or des plains il are safe area's to live

[@chismprism]

Lincolnwood & Park ridge is further than I've ever been so I don't know. Wicker and Rogers are much closer to the city and the things to look out for are pretty normal. Through a grapevine, I've heard of a carjacking story and scratchy areas at night you don't wanna be walking alone. It's still a city so just be smart. I've lived in Wicker and I was fine. I see families there all the time. Rogers does seem to have more homeless tho

[@george_davituri]

interesting

[@scorpio2777]

What about oak lawn IL?

[@chismprism]

Never been there. Seems like more of a suburb. This video focuses on places close to downtown Chicago.

[@chitown99]

Yes those are nice neighborhoods but Hyde Park is really nice

[@chismprism]

Thanks for sharing! I've passed through that area. Lots of beautiful parks

[@michaelgrabowski3282]

Montrose... Not mono-rose🤣

[@AngelFashionMan]

Can you help me find a roommate please?

[@chismprism]

😂I don't know anyone looking to move, sry. Check out Facebook market. People are looking for roomies and you can stalk their profile so you can get a feel of who they are. Good luck out there!

[@keeperzero]

Austin due rag

[@romannavarro1178]

I live in Chicago guys my advice is don’t move to Chicago it awful I can’t wait intel I leave Chicago it a bad place to live I got drive 1 hours for work

[@chismprism]

Aw thats so sad to hear. It's not a perfect city and may not be for everyone but it really does have a lot to offer. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else at this point in my life. Hope you can find the perfect place for you☺

[@A_Chicago_Man]

Lincoln Park is the BEST neighborhood in the city. I was born there in 55 (older than dirt) Lived there until 85, now Iive in Logan Square which is like LP but more diverse. 30 years ago LP was diverse. They got "whitened" along with "boys town" when the gays of "boys town" suddenly didn't like people of color any more in the 90s. The alderman over there TUNNY had a LOT to do with that process, he's not a friend of POC even though he does a good job of faking it when the cameras are on. I think him and brandon are butt buddies oddly bwdik. Anyway I HATE the snobbishness. Logan is much better. WAY more diverse. But LP has the infrastructure and proximity to the lake. Where we as a city need more diversity is in the south and west side bad neighborhoods. Good luck. No one wants to live with those people : ( Just like NO ONE wanted to live with the Appalachian whites who owned Lincoln Park until the city used "urban renewal" in 1965 to get rid of them. It worked! One day the neighborhood was filled with "greasers" and "hillbillys" the next day they were all gone. BOOM! NO BS look it up! I lived through and witnessed it all. Anyone who lived there back then would know where and what "Little Vietnam" was. Hint, OZ park covered part of it up ; ) Lost my virginity there in 69. Ya I know TMI! My apologies. Much love to one and all and GOD BLESS CHICAGO! You have a great channel. I like it very much. Great job! Enjoy!!!

[@doubleoseven273]

Enough with the BRO

[@Mydoritosontheground]

Maybe tone down on the sound effects. Really annoying. You also talk too slowly.

[@Lilactime402]

Excessive hand waiving is annoying. Sorry, but I can't watch more of this.