Apartments for rent in Elmwood Park, IL

Overview of Elmwood Park

Elmwood Park is a small village that sits just outside the northwest side of Chicago. This family-friendly community offers the best of both worlds. The suburban, laid-back style is coupled with the city amenities of downtown Chicago. Residents looking for Elmwood Park apartments for rent may find that this suburban gem outside of the Windy City offers ideal living situations. According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, about 25,000 people call Elmwood Park home.

Living in Elmwood Park, IL

The region of Elmwood Park was once an extensive prairie with rich soil and clay subsoil where Native Americans constructed mounds until roughly 1840. Farmers were attracted to the area, and there were many small agricultural plots before the land was dedicated to home construction.

People looking at Elmwood Park rentals will not need to have access to a vehicle, because the village is considered very walkable by Walkscore.com. Residents who commute downtown for work or recreation can easily hop on the Metra Train Milwaukee District/West Line. The average commute to work is about 34 minutes for residents of Elmwood Park.

The overall cost of living is 5 percent higher than the national average; however, the abundance of amenities nearby is priceless.

Elmwood Park Attractions and Special Events

Residents living in Elmwood Park can be downtown in less than 30 minutes, which opens up endless possibilities for recreation. From world-class theater and art to some of the most exciting sporting events at the legendary Soldier or Wrigley fields, Chicago has plenty to please any personality. Nearby Oak Park is also home to quaint shops and boutiques for those who don't want to travel into the city.

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