16 Best Places to Live in Chicago

3. Lincoln Square

Upvotes: 448

Lincoln Square is one of the top places to live in Illinois and ranks as the 3rd best place to live in Chicago, with 448 Reddit Upvotes. The neighborhood has a semi-urban atmosphere with modest homes and leafy streets. It is a great spot for shopping, and dining out at restaurants and offers a vibrant nightlife with bars and breweries. It is also a family-friendly place with River Park, Winnemac Park, and West Ridge Nature Park in close proximity.