10 things YOU NEED TO KNOW before moving to Chicago !!
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- Опубликовано: 16 окт 2024
- These are the 10 things YOU NEED TO KNOW before moving to Chicago!
Chicago is a great city, but there are things you need to consider before moving here.
In this video, I'm going to go over some of the most important things about Chicago Illinois, including neighborhoods, cost of living, the job market, transportation, weather, needed wardrobe, food, slang, FREE activities, and the Chicago suburbs.
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We have visited a few times . Absolutely fell in love . We are originally from providence Rhode Island but live in Nashville and absolutely hate it (the weather , the allergies , the bugs ) we would love to find a house in a neighborhood that would be a good community for kids . 😊
There are so many great neighborhoods for families. Lake view is one popular one. I’ll make a future video on the family friendly neighborhoods. Feel free to reach out if you’re ever thinking about making the move so I can help you find the perfect home!
I’m guessing Rhode Island is more similar to Chicago than Nashville?
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Big City life can be an adjustment. Lakeview is a wonderful area to live on the North Side. However, it's congested. There is major gentrification going on in Chicago's South Side at this very moment. For example, Bronzeville is booming! A better option if you ask me. Beautiful brownstone homes, condos, etc for your liking. Also very close proximity to downtown. Another neighborhood to consider is Hyde Park. Best neighborhood on the south side hands down. Beverly, Mount Greenwood, Ashburn, Garfield Ridge, etc. All great neighborhoods to raise a family, and quiet living. All these realtors think Chicago North side and downtown is the only places you can live nice. I'm a real Chicagoan that knows every neighborhood in this city. I'm a South Loop resident. It's absolutely gorgeous here as well. You have a plethora of options to choose. In my humble opinion, I would live in Chicago. All the suburbanites are moving back to the city in droves lol fyi.
This is a really cool video im actually coming from europe to study in chicago as a highschooler and this helped alot!
Thank you for 10 things to know. Despite I'm not going to relocate to Chicago, I would be happy to visit this city. I've made a research about different cities in the US and Chicago looks like the best destination to me. the architecture is awesome.
Great tips! We are moving this coming June to Chicago from the Philippines with our two dogs.
Thank you!! That’s so exciting!!! Please reach out with any questions you have or anything I can help you with.
Great video! I’ve visited Chicago way more times than I can count & have been considering relocation. This video does a fantastic job of summing everything up! ❤️
Thanks so much Vanessa! If you ever decide to make the move let me know how I can help!
@@justinemchenrycounty Aww!! Thank you so much!!
Born and raised in Chicago. Left at 18 for college never looked back. I’ve lived from TX to FL mostly southern suburban life. Nowww my spouse has accepted a job in Chicago😞. I am literally not ready. I feel like a stranger to my own city. I don’t know much about my hometown when it comes to where to live to feel comfortable. I grew up only knowing the layout of my neighborhood. Life is so different for me know. I don’t know the first thing to do when considering relocation. So much to consider. Thanks for sharing.
That sounds very overwhelming! We have a lot of great suburbs around Chicago that have so much to offer. From big more urban feeling suburbs to small rural feeling suburbs. I specialize in relocation and figuring out which are of Chicago and suburbs suit families best, so feel free to reach out via email any time! It’s below. Also, I have some new videos coming soon that will talk all about some of the more rural suburbs of Chicago.
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Thank you. Noted! I may have to consider reaching out. We are considering short term furnished leasing options for now. I know it sound crazy but it has been a 3 week process since this has happened. If all goes as planned… We are expected to be in Chicago next week🤯
Oh my goodness!!! That’s so FAST!!! I hope it goes as smooth as it possibly can. If you have any questions, like literally even where to go for dinner, shoot me a text!
Moving there next month for college. I’m from Rhode Island in a rural area. SUCH A DIFFERENT experience but I’ve visited a few times
I’m moving there next month, I coming from Denver. How is the O’Hare area. I’ll be coming up there next week to look for a place.
Seriously considering a move from Columbus Ohio to Chicago this coming spring 2023. My partner and I love Columbus and the lgbtq scene here in the city is great. We’re just ready for more diverse surroundings!
Chicago is super diverse and the LGBTQ scene here is AWESOME!! Let me know when you come for a visit and I’ll send you some of the areas you will love.
Crime in Chicago, even in upscale neighborhoods, is spiraling. Corrupt politicians and crooked cops is how Chicago rolls. Property taxes are out of sight. Traffic is horrendous. Winters are brutal. I was born and raised in Chicago but I got out years ago and I know I made the right move.
Sorry you feel that way! How long ago did you “get out?” Which neighborhood were you raised in?
@@justinemchenrycounty Great question!
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What part of Texas did you move to? 😂
hansis maybe he just moved out of downtown over into the Englewood neighborhood ?
I'm a south suburbanite, who is flexible to move in a large radius around the Chicagoland area. Nothing south of Frankfort, nothing west of Naperville, and preferably nothing north of Schaumburg. I would live in the city but most neighbourhoods are out of the question. I am quite familiar with the whole region given I have lived here half of my life, my problem is my low budget for purchasing a home..so it is hard to afford anything, especially given the current interest rates. I prefer a condo as I am single & reasonably young.
Thanks for reading Justine!
Considering Chicago next because I HATE Florida (only been here six months and I need to bail) have lived overseas for the last four years coming back to the states is so weird, Chicago feels way more comfortable vibe!
Florida would not be my vibe either!!! Chicago really is an amazing city. I think you’ll like it! If you need any suggestions for neighborhoods or anything like that let me know!
@@justinemchenrycounty yes!! i am trying to relocate from florida to chicago it’s terrible here!
Great tips. We're moving from Seattle, WA and appreciate your local insights. Looks like we'll be shopping for warmer coats. Fun background too. I'm curious - What is in your elaborate tank set up?
That’s so exciting!! Thank you!! Those are all betta fish tanks. I have a small fish sanctuary at my house. All rescues or surrendered fish. 😁
What has you making the move from out west?
I used to live in Oregon. Beautiful, but even more overcast than Chicago. 😂
If you need additional info on the Chicago area or help finding your new home, please reach out anytime!
Mi wife and 2 kids are thinking of moving to Chicago but are scared of making the move but are ready for new adventures.we currently live in a small retirement county any suggestions?
Please, Chicago and Seattle Washington which one is more suitable for new immigrant in terms of low cost of living and jobs.
Left Chicago when I was just a kid , So happy to be moving back next year 🥰
Congratulations!!! Home sweet home!!!
WHY?! It's not the same city friend...
@@lionelhutz3142 Yeah true. Part of me misses home though
@@brandonturner6815 Fair enough...you're in for a rude awakening. Please be safe!
How much would you recommend saving up? Leaving the army to go to school so I will have the GI bill and want to become a nurse eventually.
Last time I used the GI Bill was 2012-14. At that time VA was taking 4 to 6 months claims process before benefits started kicking in after acceptance letter...so basically a whole entire semester at minimum....because there was such a backlog. Them schools they want their money now/ not later....to even be seated in class. It may have gotten better now lately, but at that time you had to be able to float yourself on cash for at least 3 to 4 months minimum.
8 to 10 years ago then....once it kicked in you got your backpay all at once lump sum. But by about that 2nd or 3rd month veterans were really starting to get desperate and pawning Playstations and Xboxes....pawning their laptop computers, etc....selling plasma by the time it got to the 3rd or 4th month of backlog.
I live in Detroit, and the only thing I KNOW that Detroit has over Chicago is parking...it's normal to be able to park if not in your garage, driveway or right in front of your house. Walking a block to get to your car...that's not happening lol.
Hi, what are typically the best times to catch an Uber or Lyft in the city?
helpful video.
I hear so much bad things about Chicago that the good things i hear are not enough to convince me. I wanted to know if the negatives about chicago are overexaggerated? Any advice? Also, about the uber thing, i heard that a 16 year old girl randomly stabbed an uber driver that she called.
Honestly, it’s complicated. Crime is an issue in certain neighborhoods in the city just as it is in any major city. And of course, you’re always going to get people that focus on it and harp on it and tell you stories about how scary it is like it’s some sort of dystopian sci-if movie. 😂 But, as a woman who has lived in both the city and the suburbs, I prefer the City, and I LOVE Chicago. And there’s TONS of Chicagoans and people who relocate who also love Chicago. I would suggest reading about LARGE city living in general. How to stay safe, what it feels like, etc. And different cities have a different vibe. Chicago and New York are super Busy feeling cities, with alternative, artsy and hip in areas, and upper class in others, along with family orientated areas as well. With any city, you have to be smart about safety. Are there people getting shot All over the City of Chicago? NO!!! There are neighborhoods that have higher crime, often due to hyper local issues, poverty, little access to opportunities, etc. It is a very sad truth, and IMO often leads to some really bias opinions about Chicago and the people who live in Chicago that quite frankly stem from lack of understanding and fear. I’ll try to post some videos about “the feel of it” for residents. Meanwhile, come for a visit and check it out!
@@justinemchenrycounty thank you 🙏
@@justinemchenrycounty Great synopsis. I agree with every you said. However the main problem with Chicago, that New York don't have is, SEGREGATION! Sure my city of Chicago is awesome, and I want everyone to move here. I also want everyone to live amongst each other. Chicago is very diverse, and very segregated. That's my only issue with the city. It's great neighborhoods on the south side you can live. Chicago is not only the north side and downtown. Matter of fact, south side is the larger side of town.
Hi Brandon! I agree with you! The south side has so much to offer! We need better and more public transportation to and from the Southside as well. I just went down there the other day to try out Soul Veg City. It was Sooooooo good!!
@@justinemchenrycounty Gotta try that spot out 🔜. Thanks for the recommendation! Just came back to the office from downtown, and it’s a beautiful day in the city!!! I love Chicago!
Moving from STL,Mo to Chi this summer!
Awesome!! It’s a great place to be! Reach out if you have any questions.
Like all other major metro areas the surrounding suburbs is 10 times the population as the city proper. 9 out of 10 people in the metro area live in one of the many various suburbs not the actual city limits itself.
Well obviously, that's the whole point of distinguishing city proper vs. the metro area.
On other news, the Pope is Catholic.
What do you think college students need to know about off campus housing/ areas?
I’m relocating from Puerto Rico to Chicago in September. I’ll need help getting an Apartment. How can I contact you?
Well welcome to Chicago!! My contact info is in the description section below the video.
great video
Thank you!!
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In Chicago is good for families are they real big on mental health for your child my daughter have a IEP and she needs to be in a small class size setting and I'm looking for a real good psychiatrist and therapy for her
Hi lawanda! It all depends on your specific situation. If you’re looking to move into the area, I can direct you to school information for the particular Chicago area you are interested in. Feel free to contact me. My info is in the description below the video.
Absolutely not. The Obamas moved out of Chicago for a reason! There's also a reason you only see SINGLE and UNMARRIED You Tubers making Chicago vids. The schools here are atrocious...the public school teachers strike every 4 years. Lots of struggling young people are stuck here with depression and anxiety issues. Unless you're very wealthy you will not get the mental health care you need and deserve in Chicago.
Try Englewood,Austin, Chatham and Garfield park neighborhoods for starters. These are the most scenic views of downtown Chicago.
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Please, Chicago and Seattle Washington which one is more suitable for new immigrant in terms of low cost of living and jobs.
Please, Chicago and Seattle Washington which one is more suitable for new immigrant in terms of low cost of living and jobs.