Which Chicago suburb have the worst reputation ? (Oak Lawn, Orland Park: schools, taxes)

[Paige65]

Originally Posted by deechee

I'm glad you've enjoyed reading my posts I hope I haven't tainted my reputation

I've been up yonder many times. I'm sorry - I don't have a Porshe, Lexus, Mercedes, BMW, nor do I want one...

The homes are too big, and there's nothing reasonably priced to eat. Too much franchise and not enough mom and pop. I'm a simple woman (lifestyle).

Diversity is okay there, but I just don't think people like myself would fit in...It's not a bad place to live, but it's just not for me. Don't get me wrong

I'll give you that, there are lots of nice cars, but I have to wonder if you've ever really been to the true NS when you comment about too many franchises... take a drive through Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Highwood and Lake Forest. It's mostly independent stores, retail and restaurants, not many franchises or national chains at all. That's one of the things I like about it. I can't think of any franchise/chain type restaurants except in Highland Park which has a Burger King (also one in Lake Forest), McDonalds (also one in Winnetka), Wendy's, and Dairy Queen - and fast food chains are in almost every suburb in the Chicago metro area. Isn't there a McDonald's in CCH? Starbuck's in Homewood?

Also,the North Shore has several pockets of old, very large homes, but by and large, many of the homes aren't nearly as big as some of the new construction in many Chicago suburbs.

If it's not for you, I understand that, everyone has a place they feel comfortable. But please don't think that people on the North Shore are walking around talking about how much money they have. Actually, I'll go out on a limb and say they may talk about it less than many other places. Nothing to back that statement up though!

[ajolotl]

Even the toniest areas of Chicagoland are down to earth compared to everyplace else I've lived. That's what I like about this area. I'm sure there are a few more snobs on the north shore than in working class areas, but the typical attitude even there strikes me as very grounded.

[Paige65]

Originally Posted by ajolotl

Even the toniest areas of Chicagoland are down to earth compared to everyplace else I've lived. That's what I like about this area. I'm sure there are a few more snobs on the north shore than in working class areas, but the typical attitude even there strikes me as very grounded.

I agree. I'm sure the snob factor is higher on the NS than in working class areas.

Do you currently live in Beverly? To me, Beverly (especially east of Western and south of 95th) physically looks almost exactly like much of the NS.

[ajolotl]

Originally Posted by Paige65

I agree. I'm sure the snob factor is higher on the NS than in working class areas.

Do you currently live in Beverly? To me, Beverly (especially east of Western and south of 95th) physically looks almost exactly like much of the NS.

Yes, I live in the historic district. Was shocked the first time I saw it -- as close to the north shore as you can come on the south side. The business districts are inferior but the homes and scenery are very beautiful.

[Chicagoland60426]

Originally Posted by Troy King

those with less than stellar reputations due to crime include: Aurora; Maywood; Bellwood; Ford Heights; Phoenix; Chicago Heights; and recently- Hanover Park.....

Well according to the stats, Hanover crime rate is blow average.

[deechee]

Did my post get deleted?

[Opkl]

Originally Posted by deechee

Did me post get deleted?

yes.

[KevK]

Originally Posted by Chicagoland60426

I want to know everybody's opinion on which suburb of Chicago have the worst reputation ?

I would say Dolton would top the list. After all, it is not a compliment to be known as a "Dolt". That would be followed by foul smelling places like Harvey and Gary.

[deechee]

Originally Posted by KevK

I would say Dolton would top the list. After all, it is not a compliment to be known as a "Dolt". That would be followed by foul smelling places like Harvey and Gary.

I never thought Dolton was that bad...never felt unsafe.

[KevK]

Originally Posted by deechee

I never thought Dolton was that bad...never felt unsafe.

I didn't feel unsafe there. I just felt like it was a low class kind of place. Sort of like a big trailer park without the trailers.