Moving to Chicago in the next few months. What are the best websites for apartment hunting?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Apartments.com... Realtor.com... Call a realtor if you want to understand condos for rent too.

Apartments .com and Zillow. Do a first round of searching to find your top 2-3 neighborhoods, then look at what’s around you (good restaurants, bars, record shops etc), then double click on your top 2-3 neighborhoods on those sites. Typically renting from a condo owner gets you a much cooler spot than from a big company but condos can be slim pickings in certain neighborhoods. I highly recommend starting with Lincoln Park, Wicker Park and West Loop - very different vibes from each hood, but gotta say don’t underestimate the value living close to Lincoln Park/Lake Michigan
can bring - it’s a beautiful place to take walks around all year round. Good luck and welcome

I also love love love my neighborhood (near north)

Related Posts

I have worked in four different types of pharmacy and I don’t really like anything so far. I don’t know what to do anymore. Right now I don’t feel like I can do any of these jobs forever. The types I have worked in are:hospital (pediatrics ), retail, specialty and a call center.

like

Hi Guys,
Tom is my interview with IBM first round.
Tech : java, spring boot ,microservices.
Yoe: 2
What kind of questions to expect.
Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks

Has any one went from reinsurance back to insurance? The money is great and all but the W/L balance isn’t. Has anyone else felt the same?

like

Hi, What type of questions are asked in Partners round at Sun Life Financial
Please post few questions which were asked from you.

Tech: Java
YOE: 4+

like

I learned that I unknowingly helped my coworker with a personal problem, and it made remember that even a short conversation can make all the difference.

like

Does EY let you keep Amex rewards points?

like

🐠 with <10 total YOE and $200k+ base. Can you highlight your role and path? Trying to identify more stable non-banking and tech roles. Thanks!

like

I finally decided to invest in cryptocurrency but not sure how and where to start. I am looking to invest from a long term perspective (5-10 years).

Are there any low risk steady increase options or is the whole crypto currency a high risk game?

like

Another in my league has Kelce who I really want bc I have mahomes and a not great TE. Of these WR/RB would any be worth offering (maybe plus Steelers D bc theirs is terrible): Swift, Williams, Samuel, Robinson

like

Can I receive rent on H1? How can that be accounted towards the end of the FY?

like

What do you do in nyc ITS practice? What are the hours like?

like

I’m studying for the SHRM-CP with the Mometrix (study guides, online course, and flash cards), however I’m super overwhelmed with all of the information. What are some best practices to ensure I grasp all of the concept ? Any advice would be much appreciated!!!

Is anyone working on implementation projects in the circular economy space? Would really appreciate to learn more about you work!

like

Hi Fishes,

I have 9+ yrs experience in .net development.I have offer with softura (19.5 LPA including variable) and qburst ( 21.5 LPA fixed).
Both are providing WFH.

Could anyone tell which has good work life balance?

like

Is anyone applying to in-house jobs and wondering how to find out salary range before investing too much time with interviews? I would like to avoid asking about salary up front but I don’t see any other way to find this information.

like

How strict are listed experience requirements for in-house council jobs? I’ve got 4.5 years of BL employment experience with a lot of autonomy in my cases that I can demonstrate in an interview. Should I apply for in-house employment jobs seeking 6-8 years of experience?

like

Hi guys,
Do we need to carry printed affidavit stating no criminal offence notarized on stamp paper on joining date of TCS ?

like

Can we avail relocation bonus after two months from doj
Any one who availed relocation bonus recently

like

I have an offer with 12 LPA as a SA -QA1 as OMS QA (Functional) ; I don't have much experience in automation, mostly I have worked on functional/buisness part of testing ; can anyone let me know what is the future for a tester in PS ? will the resources gets projects , or not with this kind of profile

like

My interview is scheduled with PS, i have 4+ years of experience as Automation QA. My current CTC is 9.81 how much can I ask them now?

like

Additional Posts in Chicago Consulting

Anyone have lucky emailing their building management to open up their gym / amenities? About to send an email and wanted to see if anyone’s had luck doing something similar

helpful

Any good restaurant for drinks and food for a team outing in the loop? Preferably near the water or good views

like

Is Ukrainian Village a safe area to live? I’m looking at a place near Western Avenue and have received mixed reviews.

like

Anyone subleasing a place for June and possibly July? Looking for a 2 bed if possible. Thanks!

like

What’s the average monthly price of a valet garage parking spot in Lakeview East?

like

Is anyone’s apartment building (high rise particularly) gym open yet? I live in west loop and still nothing yet. I am going to contact the property manager if there are good amount of apt gyms open.

like

I’m trying to get an estimated ideal of what my costs would be when moving to Chicago. How much do you spend a month on “going out” (before pandemic)? Specifically referring to going to restaurants, getting drinks, take out, and coffee. Not including transportation.

like

Is it worth buying a low rise condo in Lakeview/Lincoln park area? My lease is expiring soon and not sure if I should renew or buy a place. I don’t plan on being in Chicago long term (~2 more years) but was going to rent out after that. Mostly looking for Pros/Cons of owning a place Chicago.

like

Remeber the time when "Things To Do in Chicago This Weekend" included something other than a bunch of links to remote this and online that, and were actually REAL things that people did IRL?

like

Where’s the best place to watch sunset around downtown Chicago?

like

Anyone else fee like old town is a super young crowd now?

I’m 28M and I used to think it was a place for ppl in there mid-late 20s. Last few times I’ve been out there I feel like half the ppl barely look 21?

likefunny

Good recommendations for realtors in LP/OT area? Apartment rentals. Thank you!

like

Starting my house search ❤️ Does this group have recommendations for an good buyer’s agent in the Chicago area? Looking to buy in Lakeviee, Edgewater, boystown maybe even Evanston.

like

Tornado alert. Stay safe Chicago.

Post Photo
likesmart

Hey all, Any suggestions for a personal trainer in Chicago?

like

Anyone ever heard of or interview with Prophet? Recruiter reached out to me (Chicago office).

like

Bain & Company Hey, looking for some referrals for Consulting roles in/around Chicago. Currently working as a Data scientist.
Bain & Company McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group PwC KPMG L.E.K. Consulting

like

Eta on when bars will be fully open? 🧐

like

Anyone looking to sublease an apartment in downtown Chicago for the month of June ? I have a 1 bedroom in the aqua building(225 n Columbus) corner unit, fully furnished. 850 square feet, with a balcony and amazing views. Steal deal if someone is interested with an option to extend the lease.

like

Shopping at Wisconsin Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets, learned 3 things:
1. The parking lot will be full at 6:15pm
2. But no one was here at 5:45pm
3. Now at 11:00pm, the mall is still packed

Post Photo
likefunny

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal