one year later it has become a reality. My wife and I are moving up there Dec 1 to begin our new jobs and we are looking for a place to live ($1500 max) close to the Loop. River North, Streeterville, Lake View, Lincoln Park, Old Town (even west of the loop may good, though I haven't explored much in that area).

As long as it is close to public transport (train or bus lines) then we are good.

Looking for a good neighborhood for just turned 30 yr olds...not too quiet, not too loud. Anybody that knows of a place please let me know. Oh and a spot to park our A3 will be required!!!

Thanks in advance and I'm sure I will begin meeting many of you in the near future.

just type in the area you wanna live...I currently live in the south loop near soldier field...nice quiet, near cta and metra. I found the place on craiglist, it included parking...

the images i have seen of it look great, just not too sure about that far south. I stayed near there a few months back while i was in town (8th ave on michighan), liked the neighborhood a lot, and the tourist aren't around...close to groceries and target!!!

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/apa/234756247.html

I lived in Chicago for years. Go for Lincoln Park. Best neighborhood in city of Chicago. Many places have parking. Trains to loop close. email me if you have questions.