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Here are Three of Chicago's Best Neighborhoods for Renters (in no Particular Order)


Client: domu.com



Looking for a rental in Chicago can be daunting. As if searching for a unit with the perfect layout and the right amenities weren’t enough, you also need to find a neighborhood you'll actually want to come home to.

Chicago boasts 77 community areas, each one with its own history, flavor, and style. There’s a neighborhood for the nightlife junkie, the frugal undergrad, and everyone in between.

If you like your community to skew young, cool, and progressive; here are some options you should check out.

Pilsen





Pilsen is one of the most popular areas for young professionals to move right now, in part because of its affordability. The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Pilsen falls between $991 and $1,800. A mix of different styles, the area houses classic Chicago-style apartments right beside newly built luxury condos.

Historically a Mexican-American neighborhood, Pilsen is now more diverse than ever yet still oozes authentic Latino culture. Residents enjoy Mexican fare at favorites like Carnitas Uruapan and Taqueria El Milagro, view enriching exhibits at the National Museum of Mexican Art and Casa de la Cultura Carlos Cortez Mestizarte; and attend seasonal festivals. Besides cultural attractions, Pilsen is a hotbed for Windy City nightlife. The neighborhood is home to more than a few craft cocktail spots as well as the popular event space, Thalia Hall.

Wicker Park




Wicker Park strikes the perfect balance between upscale and down-to-earth cool. Its main intersection, Six Corners, stays packed with visitors who shuffle between the area's many designer clothing and lifestyle shops.

In spite of the neighborhood's bustling nature, side streets remain surprisingly residential, well-kept, and quiet. If that's what you're looking for, be prepared to pay the price: the average rent for a 1-bedroom in Wicker Park is between $1,600 and $2,400.

Shopping isn't all the family-friendly neighborhood has to offer. After hours, residents file into a bevy of restaurants and bars, from cheap eateries like Sultan’s Market to Instagram-worthy spots like The Violet Hour.

Bridgeport




Bridgeport is newly popular with Chicago residents. Mostly found in two- and three-flat apartment buildings, sub-divided homes, and mid-rises, its 1-bedroom apartments go for an affordable $1,100 on average.

Because of its mix of older residents and fresh transplants, Bridgeport has a lot to offer in the way of classic and au courant restaurants. To name a few, the neighborhood houses Chinese spot Han 202, the all-organic restaurant nana, and the highly popular Duck Inn.

Besides food, Bridgeport is the city’s newest art hotspot, featuring galleries such as the Zhou B Art Center, the Bridgeport Art Center, and Co-Prosperity Sphere, all of which exhibit contemporary pieces year-round.


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