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 a great place to live In 2002 Money Magazine named Chicago as a 'top' city to live in. Money specifically named Hyde Park a 'top' neighborhood to live in, along with other Chicago neighborhoods such as Andersonville, Bucktown and Wicker Park. In addition to the standard criteria of solid schools and low crime, Money placed a premium on "green space and culture," both of which are some of Hyde Park's most abundant and rich amenities. Recently dubbed "Hot Hyde Park" by the Chicago Sun-Times, Hyde Park has received recognition for the increasing value, quality, quantity and range of housing options. This trend underscores the vitality and strength of the area and its continued growth and prosperity... as well as the exciting renewal of the surrounding communities. At Home in Hyde Park, a University of Chicago publication, provides a snapshot of life in Hyde Park. Raising our City Kids, is a wonderful resource for parents and features a complete list of Hyde Park schools, after school programs, sport leagues and cultural options for families. housing values Recently named a "top neighborhood" by Money Magazine, Hyde Park-Kenwood continues to see strong sales for existing homes and new construction. A recent Chicago Tribune article, Destination: South Side, discussed the redevelopment of the communities adjacent to Hyde Park and noted that: "the South Side has become more enticing to home shoppers... attracting people from the suburbs, the North Side, and even out of state." The quality of the housing stock, housing values and the discovery of the abundant cultural and recreational amenities contributes to the growing appeal of the South Side. Return to Top award-winning schoolsHyde Park - Kenwood is a community with many excellent choices for education, including some of the best public and private schools in Chicago. Public elementary school options include Murray Language Academy, which recently completed a $10 million addition and Ray School which is widely considered one of the city's best neighborhood elementary schools. Ray was recently designated a Illinois State Board of Education "Model School." Private school options in Hyde Park include the University of Chicago Laboratory School, Ancona (a Montessori school), St. Thomas and Akiba Schecter Day School. There are also many public and private pre-school programs. looking for a place to buy or rent? The SECC also serves as a clearinghouse for buyers and renters with our Housing Information Service. We maintain a list of local property managers and can assist newcomers locate rental housing in the neighborhood. Contact the South East Chicago Commission at 773-324-6926. |
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