Thanks for your comment! It's great to hear that you appreciate the beauty of Lake Bluff - it certainly is a hidden gem! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
What are some of the best Chicago suburbs to retire into. In my 70’s and leaving government career in Washington DC. Want to return to sweet home Chicago.
Thanks for your comment! Funny you mention! We are uploading a video today titled 6 best Chicago suburbs to retire! We hope you like it and if you have any questions please feel free to reach out. We love to chat more about this topic to better help you decide if the move is right for you.
I lived in Skokie and took the School Bus to School in Evanston. I graduated Grammar School in Bartlett. I always thought Naperville and Warrenville were cool.
Yep! But the lake county side of Buffalo Grove is nicer and quieter. Cook County side is closer to the hustle and bustle along Lake Cook Rd. I lived off half day rd on the lake county side and loved everything aside from the property taxes lol
I have been in the Homewood Flossmoor area for years. I can say that Flossmoor is the better of the 2 burbs for raising families. Homewood is great for singles and retirees. You have access to major shopping in Homewood off of Halsted. Flossmoor has more family-friendly areas. If you live near the Metra, you can walk to the library, post office, and cute shops. Outside of that area, there is not much to do unless you have a car. There is no public transportation(minus the Metra train) in Flossmoor. Homewood(downtown) is cool during the summer. There are so many cute shops.
Fair warning, the little caboose that they showed here is the bar/restaurant located next to the Metra. The post office is next to it. The library is next to that. There is a golf course within 10 minutes of that. Other than that, you need a car to get to anything else in Flossmoor.
Thanks for your comment! Lincolnwood is a great option for young families, and it's no surprise that it has some of the best schools in the state and is one of the safest. Property taxes can be quite high in some areas, but it's important to remember that the quality of education and safety that Lincolnwood offers is worth the price. Thanks again for your comment!
I am partial to areas that have a small downtown area, so I am not sure about Buffalo Grove, Vernon Hills and Lincolnshire. A couple personal areas that I like - Palatine (where I raised my kids) - great downtown, affordable houses, great schools and Park Ridge (near where I grew up) Great schools and great schools- although affordability is an issue, there are some houses in Norridge and Harwood Heights that go to Park Ridge high school district that are more affordable.
Thanks for your comment! It's great to hear that you have such a strong attachment to Palatine and Park Ridge. While Buffalo Grove, Vernon Hills and Lincolnshire may not have the traditional downtown areas you're looking for, they still have a lot to offer young families. We appreciate your input and will take it into consideration when making future recommendations. Thanks again for your feedback!
This is just my personal opinion, so no need to attack me in the comments folks! In my humble opinion, all of the towns listed here are too far from Lake Michigan, too far from Chicago, and have WAY too much Suburban Sprawl for my taste. Especially Vernon Hills. I was there earlier today to go to Menards. The whole town is just a never ending Strip Mall interspersed with soulless Subdivisions.
Thanks for your comment! We understand that everyone has different preferences when it comes to choosing a suburb to live in, and we appreciate that you shared your opinion. While Vernon Hills may not be the right fit for everyone, there are plenty of other great suburbs around Chicago that offer access to Lake Michigan, Chicago, and a variety of amenities. Thanks again for your comment!
@@cottageindustry3040 Highland Park is definitely an excellent option, and we'd be happy to consider making a video highlighting it. We appreciate your suggestion and will take it into consideration for our future videos. Thanks again for your comment!
@@EdwardAndersen Thanks for your comment! Oak Park, River Forest, and Riverside are indeed great suburbs for families, and they are closer to the city than some of the other suburbs on the list. If you're looking for a suburb that's close to Chicago but still offers a great quality of life, these three suburbs are definitely worth considering. Thanks again for your input!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's understandable that you're looking for suburbs that are particularly suitable for single parents. While the needs and preferences of single parents can vary, it's true that some suburbs may have more resources and support systems in place for families in general. However, it's important to note that there are suburbs in both Illinois and Iowa that can offer a supportive environment for single parents. Each suburb may have different community programs, schools, and services that cater to the needs of families, including single parents. It could be beneficial to research and explore specific suburbs that align with your requirements and priorities. Additionally, reaching out to local organizations, community centers, or even connecting with other single parents in the area could provide valuable insights and support. It's worth considering a holistic approach to finding the right community that suits your needs as a single parent. If you have any specific preferences or criteria in mind, feel free to share them, and I'll be glad to provide further guidance or recommendations based on your requirements. Best of luck in your search for a suburb that meets your needs!
Lake Bluff is a secret gem.
Thanks for your comment! It's great to hear that you appreciate the beauty of Lake Bluff - it certainly is a hidden gem! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Veron hills is very nice
awesome video guys! waiting for you to show Lemont some love haha!
If you want some insight on what it has to offer I'd be happy to share!
Thank you! We definitely would consider doing a Lemont in the future! Maybe we can go for a cruise and you can show us around 😎
@@ralphieandryan I am totally down!
What are some of the best Chicago suburbs to retire into. In my 70’s and leaving government career in Washington DC. Want to return to sweet home Chicago.
Thanks for your comment! Funny you mention! We are uploading a video today titled 6 best Chicago suburbs to retire! We hope you like it and if you have any questions please feel free to reach out. We love to chat more about this topic to better help you decide if the move is right for you.
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Dan would do a worst one. Including palatine
I lived in Skokie and took the School Bus to School in Evanston. I graduated Grammar School in Bartlett.
I always thought Naperville and Warrenville were cool.
I finished Grammar School in Bartlett too! I went to Bartlett Elementary!
Buffalo Grove is in Cook County too.
Yes you are correct! Thank you for catching that!
Yep! But the lake county side of Buffalo Grove is nicer and quieter. Cook County side is closer to the hustle and bustle along Lake Cook Rd. I lived off half day rd on the lake county side and loved everything aside from the property taxes lol
I have been in the Homewood Flossmoor area for years. I can say that Flossmoor is the better of the 2 burbs for raising families. Homewood is great for singles and retirees. You have access to major shopping in Homewood off of Halsted. Flossmoor has more family-friendly areas. If you live near the Metra, you can walk to the library, post office, and cute shops. Outside of that area, there is not much to do unless you have a car. There is no public transportation(minus the Metra train) in Flossmoor. Homewood(downtown) is cool during the summer. There are so many cute shops.
Fair warning, the little caboose that they showed here is the bar/restaurant located next to the Metra. The post office is next to it. The library is next to that. There is a golf course within 10 minutes of that. Other than that, you need a car to get to anything else in Flossmoor.
Thank you for sharing that with us!
Lincolnwood has some of the best schools in the state and is one of the safest. Our property taxes are about 15,000 a yr though
Thanks for your comment! Lincolnwood is a great option for young families, and it's no surprise that it has some of the best schools in the state and is one of the safest. Property taxes can be quite high in some areas, but it's important to remember that the quality of education and safety that Lincolnwood offers is worth the price. Thanks again for your comment!
I am partial to areas that have a small downtown area, so I am not sure about Buffalo Grove, Vernon Hills and Lincolnshire.
A couple personal areas that I like - Palatine (where I raised my kids) - great downtown, affordable houses, great schools and Park Ridge (near where I grew up) Great schools and great schools- although affordability is an issue, there are some houses in Norridge and Harwood Heights that go to Park Ridge high school district that are more affordable.
Thanks for your comment! It's great to hear that you have such a strong attachment to Palatine and Park Ridge. While Buffalo Grove, Vernon Hills and Lincolnshire may not have the traditional downtown areas you're looking for, they still have a lot to offer young families. We appreciate your input and will take it into consideration when making future recommendations. Thanks again for your feedback!
This is just my personal opinion, so no need to attack me in the comments folks! In my humble opinion, all of the towns listed here are too far from Lake Michigan, too far from Chicago, and have WAY too much Suburban Sprawl for my taste. Especially Vernon Hills. I was there earlier today to go to Menards. The whole town is just a never ending Strip Mall interspersed with soulless Subdivisions.
Thanks for your comment! We understand that everyone has different preferences when it comes to choosing a suburb to live in, and we appreciate that you shared your opinion. While Vernon Hills may not be the right fit for everyone, there are plenty of other great suburbs around Chicago that offer access to Lake Michigan, Chicago, and a variety of amenities. Thanks again for your comment!
@@ralphieandryan I live in Highland Park. Will you make a video highlighting HP?
@@cottageindustry3040
Highland Park is definitely an excellent option, and we'd be happy to consider making a video highlighting it. We appreciate your suggestion and will take it into consideration for our future videos. Thanks again for your comment!
I live in the far west suburbs, but Oak Park, River Forest and Riverside are great suburbs for families, but much closer to the city.
@@EdwardAndersen
Thanks for your comment! Oak Park, River Forest, and Riverside are indeed great suburbs for families, and they are closer to the city than some of the other suburbs on the list. If you're looking for a suburb that's close to Chicago but still offers a great quality of life, these three suburbs are definitely worth considering. Thanks again for your input!
Glendale heights? 🤣
Just a thought, a suburbs good for single parents. Seem like it doesn't exist.
I am oringally from milan il. outside of that area (the qc) seems like its almost impossible to find in il or ia.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's understandable that you're looking for suburbs that are particularly suitable for single parents. While the needs and preferences of single parents can vary, it's true that some suburbs may have more resources and support systems in place for families in general.
However, it's important to note that there are suburbs in both Illinois and Iowa that can offer a supportive environment for single parents. Each suburb may have different community programs, schools, and services that cater to the needs of families, including single parents. It could be beneficial to research and explore specific suburbs that align with your requirements and priorities.
Additionally, reaching out to local organizations, community centers, or even connecting with other single parents in the area could provide valuable insights and support. It's worth considering a holistic approach to finding the right community that suits your needs as a single parent.
If you have any specific preferences or criteria in mind, feel free to share them, and I'll be glad to provide further guidance or recommendations based on your requirements. Best of luck in your search for a suburb that meets your needs!
To sterile.