Neighborhood0
- Public SchoolsC+
- Crime & SafetyC
- HousingB-
- NightlifeA-
- Good for FamiliesB
- DiversityA
- JobsC+
- WeatherC+
- Cost of LivingB+
- Health & FitnessB-
- Outdoor ActivitiesA-
- CommuteB
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$201,101
National
$184,700Median Rent
$607
National
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Garfield Ridge Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of neighborhoods based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$67,907
National
$55,322Families with Children
32%
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Garfield Ridge Reviews
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In all my years living in the city of Chicago, I have never lived in a warmer and more welcoming neighborhood then Garfield Ridge. Here, all neighbors know that everyone is looking out for each other. Neighbors don't hesitate to reach out to help those who need help, and everyone has the chance to reach out to others. Everyone can expect a warm hello by their front door neighbor when they walk out into the street. Children are fortunate enough to live in a neighborhood where they are able to truly be children and play with friends in the park without fear.
I have always disliked this part of the city. It’s far from the loop, the north side, the near south side, the lake, or any of the other places that make Chicago notable. There are lots of great people there and it’s affordable, but the cons far outweigh the pros in my book. There’s a lot of traffic because everyone in the area drives everywhere. The airplane noise in this neighborhood is constant and very loud. It’s probably a fine place if you have kids and you can’t afford a house in the city center, but if you can I would suggest trying to stay in the city. This is a neighborhood no one would ever know about if they didn’t have friends or family there (I have both). If you want to live the urban lifestyle — walking, biking, or taking public transport to shops, bars, art galleries, breweries, museums, or the lake then this neighborhood falls far short. You can jump on 55 and be in the city when there’s no traffic, but there is almost always traffic. No thanks.
The sense of community that Garfield Ridge provides makes anybody want to call it home. With many small businesses located in Garfield Ridge and the surrounding areas, there are rarely times when I need to leave the community to find something I need. The diversity in my neighborhood comes with great benefits as these people normally get along well and good relationships are built between neighborhoods.