The 9 Best Suburbs Of Chicago

[@mustlovepretzels]

Ralphie & Ryan: thanks for posting. I was listening to "Coast To Coast AM" last week and the guest was JY(James Young-Styx guitarist). He mentioned that he lives in Chicago's Western Suburbs. Cheers!🥨

[@ralphieandryan]

That's really cool to hear! Chicago's Western Suburbs have their own unique charm. It's always interesting to learn about well-known personalities who call these areas home. Thanks for sharing this tidbit, and cheers to you too! 🎸🏘️😊

[@ZachBalance]

Bartlett, Bloomingdale, Batavia, Wheaton, Hoffman Estates, and Mt. Prospect are great towns deserving of an honorable mention I’d say as well!

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your comment and for sharing some additional great suburbs in the Chicago area! You make some excellent suggestions and I'll definitely keep those in mind for future videos! Thanks again for watching!

[@icostisanu]

Nice video! What I like most is that you have real videos from every town, aerial and street view combined. Very well done, bravo!

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you so much! Is does take a lot of time and effort. All video is done in house so it means a lot that you recognize that!

[@gabrielort3531]

Naperville just named best place to live!! I'm not surprised and the timing of this is interesting because I'm visiting this week and as I drive around, I'm quite impressed with the "look and feel" of these many cute suburbs. They're nice n orderly and seem nice n quiet which I LOVE!!

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for watching our video! What brings you to Naperville this week?

[@gabrielort3531]

@@ralphieandryan I can see why you thought I was in Naperville but I wasn't....lol! I was in the Chicago area just for fun and as I was driving around and near the hotel where I was staying, I was strangely "soothed" by the calmness and look of the suburbs, which is so contrary to all the stuff we hear about Chicago "proper"! But anyway, later when I was on my phone I ran across the article about Naperville, which is also named in your video...so it was just all a very interesting coincidence. Thanks for asking though! 🤗!

[@NatalieG427]

We rented in Naperville back in 2001-2005. Naperville is lovely, just don’t live in the lower Income area close to Aurora, as you have more crime up that way. We moved to Antioch, & got to say, that is a nice little village.

[@brendansullivan1293]

@@NatalieG427 59 has changed a lot in the past ten years and auroras crime has decreased somewhat so the whole area is definitely a lot safer then maybe it used to be

[@CodyRushDriving]

Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale and Downers Grove are all right next to each other on the Metra line too. That area of Chicago is doing something very right.

[@ralphieandryan]

You're absolutely right! Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, and Downers Grove are indeed neighboring suburbs along the Metra line, and they share a wonderful community atmosphere. That area of Chicago's western suburbs is known for its excellent schools, beautiful neighborhoods, and easy access to the city, making it a highly desirable place to live. It's great to see these communities thriving and providing a fantastic quality of life for their residents. Thank you for highlighting this!

[@amazingdrummer29]

I been through Hinsdale one time with a relative.

[@knowledgemorales]

8:19 What neighborhood is that near the train tracks in Libertyville ?

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for watching! The neighborhood you are referring to is called Lake Minear. If you have any more questions, please let us know. We would be happy to help.

[@hgraham93]

This video is very well put together, nice job. I used to live in Glen Ellyn and before that I was near Schaumburg, and seeing this footage brought back some good memories. Nice video!

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed ☺️

[@qasimraza575]

Where do you live now ?

[@clarkwright7525]

I'm from Libertyville. It is an absolutely fabulous town to live in.

[@ralphieandryan]

Great to hear from someone from Libertyville! It truly is a fabulous town with so much to offer. I'm glad you enjoy living there and appreciate its charm. If you have any favorite spots or local tips to share about Libertyville, I’d love to hear them. Thanks for your comment and for adding to the conversation!

[@NICOGIA300]

Winnetka, Lake Forest, Tinley Park, Willowbrook, Plainfield. Great videos however I know these beautiful areas deserve attention!!

[@amazingdrummer29]

Well everything except Tinley Park. Yuck. Can't stand that suburb.

[@ralphieandryan]

There are so many fantastic suburbs around Chicago that creating a top list is quite challenging. I appreciate your input, and I'll continue to explore and showcase more of these wonderful areas. 😊🏡👍

[@charlesandrews2360]

Hinsdale Downers Grove Clarendon Hills and Naperville are more or less one gigantic contiguous suburb along with Lisle. Just east of Hinsdale is Western Springs another very nice place to live and east of that is LaGrange. Just follow the BNSF Metra line out of the city.

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks Charles!

[@amazingdrummer29]

I had family that used to live in Westmont

[@charlesandrews2360]

@@amazingdrummer29 Where Muddy Waters lived for a while.

[@amazingdrummer29]

@@charlesandrews2360 cool to know, La Grange is where I also had family. And I can't forget about Berwyn, it's been 20 something years since I been out there

[@charlesandrews2360]

@@amazingdrummer29 Berwyn started gentrifying about 15 to 20 years ago. That's where people who couldn't afford Oak Park bought. Fitzgerald's in Berwyn is one of my favorite clubs in the Chicago area. BERWYN????! Yes Svengoolie, I said Berwyn.

[@FactStorm]

Great video, well researched and presented. Was very engaged!

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you!

[@valeriyay1610]

Amazing video, great job

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you so much Valeria! ☺️

[@C4m4r0]

I grew up in Glen Ellyn. If I ever get the money I would love to move back to the north side of Glen Ellyn

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your comment! Glen Ellyn is a great suburb of Chicago and it's no wonder you have fond memories of it. The north side is a great place to live and it has a lot to offer. We hope you'll get the opportunity to move back and enjoy all that the area has to offer!

[@jadahoney]

Thank you for this video

[@ralphieandryan]

So nice of you! Thank you!

[@sophelet]

I am surprised you didn't include Oak Park (which is sort of seamlessly connected to River Forest and Forest Park). Lots of construction of new condos here. Lots of excellent restaurants, parks, community activities and many resources. Excellent schools.

[@Reviewsinarabic]

Thank you for stoping at the fox river was nice meeting you guys

[@ralphieandryan]

It was nice meeting you as well! Hope to see you around soon!

[@hampshirecountryroads8144]

Liberal areas are sickening like Elgin and aurora and carpentersville and Cicero area and Batavia. Pretty much the high crime areas with bad schools and rude people.

[@hampshirecountryroads8144]

Country living Hampshire Illinois supports President Trump and our Veterans

[@chillinwithfrankie]

As ive visited Chicagoland before, I feel the Wheaton should be on this list. It has an amazing downtown and the centerpiece of Wheaton College, Blanchord Hall, is very historic and beautiful.

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences! Wheaton is indeed a wonderful suburb with a lot to offer. It's great to hear your appreciation for its beauty and significance. The selection of suburbs is always tough with so many great options in the Chicagoland area, and input from viewers like you is invaluable for highlighting gems that might not have made this list. I'll definitely keep Wheaton in mind for future discussions or lists. Thanks again for your insightful comment!

[@Audrey-p7i]

Grant Shaud was born in Evanston. He played Miles Silverberg on Murphy Brown.

[@TryRickPayton]

I stayed at a hotel in Schaumburg it was nice as hell. I didn’t know how to eat off the I pass take the loop to 290 north exit Schaumburg

[@ralphieandryan]

I'm glad to hear that you had a nice stay in Schaumburg! It can be a bit tricky to navigate the highways around the Chicago area, so I understand how that can be confusing. Thanks for watching our video and sharing your experience with us!

[@kathiehoward2778]

Great video

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jeffthevideoguy23]

I grew up in OG BG. Great place to live.

[@ralphieandryan]

It's always special when a community holds cherished memories. Thanks for sharing your experience! 🏠😊

[@redwolf8135]

Honorable mention: Batavia, LaGrange, Mokena, Tinley Park.

[@ralphieandryan]

Yes, we agree! Thanks for sharing!

[@amazingdrummer29]

Not Tinley Park

[@dhsswim11]

Ive lived in half of the communities you listed and theres a few critical things worth mentioning.... Libertyville and Buffalo Grove are not places to live if you are single. -Libertyville is also VERY expensive EVERYWHERE! Evanston becomes a ghost town after 9pm on weekends. Most of the "college kids" go to Chicago to party or stay inside their homes, so you wont be seeing any outdoor parties or hearing nosies at most college towns. -Also, most families stay in after 9pm, so the nightlife is nonexistent.

[@Citygirlsabrina]

That's amazing they have parks everything high school wow its like u don't have to see the other world that's hood enough and safe

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for watching!

[@YouTubeRealtor]

Great content, I would to see more! Are you getting leads from this?

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you, we get mostly ReLo phone calls. I checked out your channel. 👍🏼

[@maxsomggaming6374]

The best one is Evanston

[@chrisgotski9837]

All Great Towns but I'd put St Charles and Genva over some of these other towns. Especially Geneva their Down town is great. As for Family friendly town my Town Batavia is a great town they do need to fix it up a bit down town is ok but I can stand the small businesses scattered threw the town.

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your comment! It's great to hear that you have a strong connection to the towns of St. Charles and Geneva, and we appreciate your feedback. It sounds like Batavia is a great family-friendly town, and we'll definitely keep it in mind for future lists. Thanks again for your comment!

[@cottageindustry3040]

I Totally Agree! I grew up in Bartlett and then Lived in West Dundee in my 20s so I'm familiar with the Fox River Valley. St Charles, Batavia and Geneva and all gorgeous communities with very scenic downtowns!

[@smileybubbles9894]

They're telling us Downers Grove is better than Geneva..⁉️⁉️😆😆😆😆

[@chump1971]

Solid list, but no Park Ridge?

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your comment! Park Ridge is a great suburb of Chicago, and it was a close call for making our list. We looked at a variety of factors when creating our list, including access to schools, amenities, and affordability. We ultimately decided that a few of the other suburbs on the list offered a better overall package. However, Park Ridge still remains a great option and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend it!

[@amazingdrummer29]

What about North Chicago and Waukegan

[@chilove92]

my mom and i are moving back to our home state of illinois being from chicago , but residing in las vegas unfortunately . we’re looking to move to schaumburg , il . looking for a realtor . if you know anyone in schaumburg or even your company please let me know !

[@ralphieandryan]

We'd love to help you move to Schaumburg! Feel free to reach out to us directly at [phone], or you can find all our contact information in the description. We're excited to assist you and your mom with your move back to Illinois!

[@charreed8727]

The 2nd largest? What mall is larger than Woodfield?

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for your comment and for bringing this up. You're absolutely right, Woodfield Mall is indeed the largest mall in Illinois. I appreciate your keen eye for detail and for helping to ensure accurate information.

[@MrMustangrick]

Lake Forest is #1, but not a close suburb of Chicago. That is a good attribute.

[@jamessveinsson6006]

You should have added that Naperville is a swinging capital of the United States

[@chrisexlein4292]

yes it's nice to share

[@mark22390]

Hows the diverstiy in these places? Can you do a most diverse suburbs if so?

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your comment! Diversity is an important factor to consider when choosing a suburb to live in, and all of the suburbs on this list have a variety of different backgrounds and cultures. If you'd like to get more information about the suburbs featured on this list, we'd be happy to help - just reach out to us directly! We also have a video on the most diverse suburbs of Chicago, so be sure to check that out if you're interested in learning more. Thanks again for your comment! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f33Zq5Scrt6Ir8U

[@mark22390]

@@ralphieandryan Thanks for the suggestion!

[@ZachBalance]

Schaumburg, Evanston, and too a lesser extent Naperville are pretty diverse!

[@devoradamaris]

🕊🌎🕊🕊sharing🫂thankYOU

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you so much for sharing the video and for your kind words! 🌟 I'm really glad you enjoyed it, and I appreciate your support. If there's anything else you'd like to know about the suburbs or other topics, feel free to reach out. Thanks again!

[@janetf3377]

Great video! I have lived in the Chicago area all my life. For anyone planning to move to Evanston, you will want to stay away from Howard St along with the area surrounding Evanston High School. In regards to Schaumburg, this suburb is an affordable family oriented area but be careful of some of the rented apartments because they do have gang activity.

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for the tips!

[@oBaltz]

Would you be able to name a few apartments or areas to look out for in Schaumburg? This location was one of the towns I considered moving to.

[@janetf3377]

@@oBaltz I am not 100% sure which areas in Schaumburg but if you stop by the Schaumburg police department, they can give you crime statistics of the neighborhoods in Schaumburg. Overall, Schaumburg is a great family orientated suburb.

[@tmac3549]

Gangs (kids hanging out) are everywhere.

[@michaelhyams531]

Surprised Libertyville came in #2

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for watching!

[@hasher10001]

No surprise

[@benjyberele]

Skokie too

[@Citygirlsabrina]

Can u do ontario next top 10 surburbans

[@susancunningham4252]

Libertyville?? Buffalo Grove??? Claredon Hills?? None of these are even in Cook County. Try Homewood.

[@Ahmed-j8d4y]

Evanston is super expensive and only Rich people can afford to live here , due to tax policy

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Evanston. You're right, it is known to be one of the more expensive suburbs of Chicago, in part due to tax policies that can impact affordability. Despite the higher cost of living, many find its diverse community, excellent schools, and proximity to both Chicago and the lakefront to be compelling reasons to call it home. It's important to consider the full range of factors that contribute to a suburb's appeal and cost. Your point is a crucial part of the conversation for anyone considering moving to the area. Thanks again for your insight!

[@iworkout6912]

As usual the media concentrates on the city of Chicago and the crime. Suburbs are hardly ever mentioned in any city across the USA. So the perception that Illinois is a crime ridden state is wrong. Illinois is a big long state, with many nice areas along with lots of farm land. But I guess that's why its a flyover state, maybe landing in Chicago to change planes on their way to California.

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for your insightful comment. You're absolutely right - Illinois is a diverse and expansive state with so much more than what is often portrayed in the media. The suburbs of Chicago, as well as other areas of the state, offer a variety of wonderful communities, rich in culture and beauty, and far from the crime-centric narrative often associated with the city. It's important to highlight these aspects to provide a more balanced view of what Illinois truly offers. Appreciate your perspective on this!

[@sonicaffairband]

I’m surprise you have zero North Shore suburbs here. Wimette, Winnetka and Glencoe. These all have beaches to Lake Michigan and are gorgeous

[@pushpavatidharmaraju5130]

Because they are not affordable! Beautiful but expensive

[@jethapolrajasi4819]

I wanna move to Chicago

[@ralphieandryan]

That's awesome! Chicago has so much to offer! If you're looking for recommendations on neighborhoods or suburbs that fit your lifestyle, feel free to reach out. I'd be happy to help you find the perfect spot!

[@jaxsonhugh9334]

I don’t think relativity affordable is a way to describe Schaumburg

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your thoughts on Schaumburg's affordability! You're right, 'affordable' is subjective and can vary. Schaumburg might be less expensive than some areas in Chicago but not as affordable as other suburbs. Appreciate your insight

[@JOHNNYCHICAGO8]

Im looking for a new home in chicago

[@ralphieandryan]

Hi Johnny! 👋. What areas are you interested in?

[@JOHNNYCHICAGO8]

@@ralphieandryan north side Chicago

[@eduardpuiu1578]

@@JOHNNYCHICAGO8 i totally recomend you Glenview

[@JOHNNYCHICAGO8]

@@eduardpuiu1578 thank you y is that :)

[@SapBoy365]

I recommend you Englewood

[@ultimatem3261]

All north shore suburbs should be on this list. Can’t believe only Evanston made it here.

[@ralphieandryan]

Thank you for your comment! We are always looking to improve our content for our viewers and appreciate your feedback. We plan on creating more content specifically tailored to the North Shore suburbs in 2023. Thank you again for taking the time to comment and we look forward to providing you with more content in the near future!

[@smileybubbles9894]

The houses in Downers Grove were built in the fifties and have all kinds of plumbing problems and they're pretty small

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your comment! Downers Grove is a great suburb of Chicago and offers a lot of charm and character. While it's true that some of the houses were built in the 1950s, there are also many newer homes that are available. Additionally, many people have chosen to invest in remodeling and updating their homes to make them feel more modern. Thanks again for your comment!

[@casualseeker]

I don't care how nice the suburbs are. Anywhere near Chicago is unaffordable due to the real estate taxes!!!! They are so high you'd think their fire engines are gold plated!!!😕

[@ralphieandryan]

Thanks for your comment, and you've got a point about the taxes - sometimes it does feel like we're funding gold-plated fire engines! 😄 But in all seriousness, these taxes, although high, play a crucial role. They're not just for show but go towards some of the best schools in the country, ensuring top-notch education for our communities. This investment is one of the reasons why these suburbs are so sought-after. High taxes can be a tough pill to swallow, but when you see the quality of services and education they support, it does put things into perspective. Thanks for bringing up this crucial aspect of living near Chicago

[@casualseeker]

@@ralphieandryan I grew up in Chicago and still have family there on the North Shore. The taxes are not just high, they are ridiculasly high! And the schools etc really are not that great...sorry...

[@PeterMelonas]

evanston has now a very large black population in the lower income range

[@toasty-toast]

The crappy thing about that whole area is that every thing is old

[@jamessveinsson6006]

Park Ridge should’ve made it with low crime great park district Vibrant downtown and the best high school ever Maine South !

[@johnerickson2673]

Why isn't there a top 10?

[@hansstepford7824]

An u straight against o and

[@charlenejohnson6632]

Naperville has lost its identity

[@krodgie]

Would love for you to do a video on the top “liberal” family friendly suburbs. I keep watching your videos and then reference niche and most of the towns seem to lean conservative. Or maybe an LGBT friendly list?

[@ralphieandryan]

Hi, Kim thank you for watching. We really appreciate your feedback. We have been talking about doing LGBT-friendly neighborhoods. It is something you definitely may see on the channel soon.

[@hampshirecountryroads8144]

Country living Hampshire Illinois supports President Trump and our veterans. We hunt and fish and farm.

[@hampshirecountryroads8144]

Liberal areas are sickening like Elgin and aurora and carpentersville and Cicero area and Batavia. Pretty much the high crime areas with bad schools and rude people.

[@hampshirecountryroads8144]

Wait until after election when every Democrat loses because things are so bad right now

[@charlesandrews2360]

@@hampshirecountryroads8144 Is that why your kids don't play basketball very well? I brought a team up from Chicago to play in the Forester tournament out there a few years back. The competition was so weak it was almost worth not going

[@ruthgallagher9584]

Sadly, Highland Park was one of the best suburbs. Why don't we have sane gun laws in the United States, wait to purchase, background checks, gun lockers, etc. My heart will always go out to the people of this city.

[@ralphieandryan]

It's certainly a complex issue, and your concern is valid. Striving for safer communities and responsible gun laws is important. We hope for positive changes that benefit everyone's well-being. 🙏🤝💕

[@garyhull5617]

You left out Utah.

[@Taduuuu]

All white neighborhoods😂 stop with the “diversity’ just say any white suburb

[@SapBoy365]

Right 😂😂😂

[@teebee3631]

Can you address the demographics/diversity of these locations please? It's an extremely important factor!

[@ZachBalance]

Having grown up in the Hoffman Estates/Schaumburg area and have worked in several of the towns listed, it’s by far the most diverse town on this list. Grew up with kids of all ethnicities and religions. Overall was a great place to grow up from that standpoint!

[@prescottlange]

True. The less die-versity the better!

[@ZachBalance]

@@prescottlange You’ve got a very ignorant mindset then my friend. It’s not bad at all to love and know people from different walks of life and backgrounds from you. Hope one day you can realize and make some genuine connections outside of people different from where you’re accustomed too.

[@prescottlange]

@@ZachBalance First of all, I'm not your friend. Secondly, you know nothing about me or what I value in the world in terms of appreciating varied walks of life. Speaking of, "diversity" in America maintains a myopically narrow and unmistakable connotation. One that I don't particularly celebrate. And one that I'm certain the OP was intimating. Meantime, my idea of diversity is Greek, Italian, Spanish, Lithuanian, Polish, Korean, Japanese, Argentinian, etc., etc. etc. The type of diversity mainstream media pretends doesn't exist. In favor of the favored diversity class. Third, you can keep your hope. Because I won't be needing it. Fourth and finally, never EVER attempt to sanctimoniously lecture me again. On anything. Mkay? Good. Now shoo.

[@colettequinones4106]

Too bad these places are in Illinois.

[@Cornbread-gi6kt]

Migrants on the way. 😂😅

[@hampshirecountryroads8144]

Country living Hampshire Illinois supports President Trump and our veterans. We hunt and fish and farm.

[@herculesrockefeller8969]

No wonder it’s not on the list.