Tuesday, May 6, 2008

The Decatur GA. of the Chicago Suburbs.


Here is a odd question I found by a member (bicycleguy) on the City-Data forum.

My family is moving to Chicago this summer from the Atlanta suburb of Decatur.

We're very happy with Decatur (well-educated, diversity, great schools, politically progressive, walkable downtown, locally owned businesses, trees, not outlandishly hip, stable community, public transportation, relatively safe and relatively quiet).

Here's the question: where would "Decatur people" live in Chicago? We'll look to buy a small 2 or 3 BR home between $200 - $400K.

I know there's no neat equivalency when it comes to neighborhoods, but any advice would be helpful. Especially people who know Decatur, GA, we'd love your thoughts, but anybody's input is very much welcome.

One member thought Oak Park would be a good fit.

To read some of the comments click here.

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