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January 8, 2015 from Curbed Chicago

Your go-to guide for picking the best neighborhood to call home right now

It can feel overwhelming to find a Chicago neighborhood that checks all the boxes. Affordable, family-sized housing is hard to come by, especially if you need good transit options. New condos are shrinking in square footage. And those historic brick two-flats and Prairie School homes? They’re snatched off the market as soon as they list.

That’s where we come in. Whether you’re an eager homebuyer dreaming of a greystone or a renter hoping to finally live on your own, Curbed Chicago has searched high and low to bring you the best neighborhoods to consider in 2020.

Places like Bridgeport are affordable, with plentiful choices for both renters and buyers. Beverly is a homeowner’s dream, full of big yards and charming Carpenter Gothic homes. And spots like Humboldt Park are ideal for renters who need greenery. Skip the pricey, crowded ’hoods like River North and Lakeview—this list prioritizes communities with great transit, parks, and affordability.

In these seven neighborhoods, you’ll have the best chance of finding what you need right now—and maybe even discover a new place to love. Read More Where to live in Chicago in 2020