Chicago is divided into four main areas: North, South, West and the center (commonly referred to as "The Loop"). To the east is Lake Michigan.
The Loop itself has three sub-sectors: the South Loop, the West Loop and Streeterville. These areas of town are right along the Magnificent Mile (a strip of land covered with shops, restaurants and the occasional movie set). The ever-popular Navy Pier is also part of The Loop.
The South Side of Chicago is divided into smaller towns. These apartments are almost guaranteed to be cheap.
The North Side is slightly farther away from the actual downtown area, but it's a bit quieter than the rest of the sectors and slightly more expensive. The Near North includes the Gold Coast, Old Town, Lincoln Park/De Paul and Lakeview/Wrigleyville. The Mid-North Side is home to Buena Park, Ravenswood, Roscoe Village and St. Bens. The Far North includes such towns as Andersonville, Edgewater, Rogers Park and Evanston.
The West Side of Chicago is where suburbia begins to meld into the city system. If you don't care about taking the train into the city, consider looking at apartments on the Far West Side. Rents are often cheaper than those directly in the heart of Chicago, and they aren't too far from all the action, either. The Near West Side has a lot to offer, with neighborhoods like Wicker Park, Bucktown, River West and Ukrainian Village.
on 10/4/2009
I recommend Chicago's Property Shop http://www.chicagospropertyshop.com. They have a lot of information and pictures for apartments available for rent in Chicago area. I was even able to search by neighborhood which was very helpful.
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camelwoman said
on 10/4/2009 I recommend Chicago's Property Shop http://www.chicagospropertyshop.com. They have a lot of information and pictures for apartments available for rent in Chicago area. I was even able to search by neighborhood which was very helpful.
4wallskelly said
on 9/9/2009 Check out http://4walls.us/apartment/chicago/chicago-apartments.htm for apartments in Chicago and surrounding areas.