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Historic neighborhood with a bright future
Southwest of downtown Chicago, Brainerd’s tree-lined streets are just far enough from the bustle of city life to enjoy peace and quiet. Brainerd is a community where many people who grew up here stay to raise their own families. Much of the neighborhood is within the Brainerd Bungalow Historic District, so named because of the many Chicago bungalows built in (and still standing) between 1915 and 1931. The north-south streets in this Historic District are all one-way roads, which keep traffic and speeding to a minimum. “This is an up-and-coming, beautiful neighborhood that’s close to the interstate and a quick commute to Chicago,” says Rogina Alexander, a Realtor with Listing Leaders Northwest, Inc. “It is near the Indiana/Illinois border and just minutes from shopping areas and restaurants. One of the best highlights of the area is that the taxes are really reasonable. “
There are homes for a variety of different budgets available in Brainerd.
Downtown Chicago is so close that the skyline is usually visible in Brainerd.
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An abundance of bungalows
Although bungalows are the most predominant home style, there are also multi-family apartments and two-unit flats. Single-family homes tend to sit back from the street, with sidewalks separating lawns from easements. Most single-family homes have private driveways and detached garages. Home prices range from around $145,000 for a 3-bedroom bungalow to about $435,000 for a refurbished, 4-bedroom bungalow.
Chicago bungalow homes are common in Brainerd.
There are many affordable housing options in Brainerd.
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STEM programs and early degrees
School children in Brainerd begin their education at Fort Dearborn Elementary, which serves kindergarten through Grade 8. The school has a C-minus rating and a 14-1 student-teacher ratio. Corliss High School has a D-plus rating. The school has an integrated STEM curriculum that permits students to earn an associate degree in fields like web development and network technology.
Fort Dearborn Elementary is a public school with 342 students.
Corliss High School has a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
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Playgrounds and parks
After work and school, adults and kids alike often head to one of Brainerd’s three parks. Wallace Playground Park has a playground and small open space, perfect for younger ones to burn off energy. Robichaux Park is nearly 14 acres and features an indoor gymnasium and outside basketball and tennis courts, sports fields and a walking trail. Parkgoers can participate in afterschool and sports programs. The park also hosts family friendly events such as an annual talent show. The 9.5-acre Brainerd Park sits at the heart of the neighborhood. The park contains several sports fields, tennis courts and a playground. The park’s field house hosts events like the Community Black History Exhibit in its multi-purpose rooms. In winter, it serves as a warming center. Residents congregate for cookouts and good times during holidays or when the weather is nice.
Kids enjoy the basketball court at Brainerd Park in Brainerd.
Residents enjoy the playground and swings in Robichaux Park.
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Small shops, supermarkets and sandwiches
Long-standing business strip Ashland Avenue offers local businesses such as eateries, tattoo parlors, beauty salons and dollar stores. There is also a Jewel-Osco where shoppers can pick up groceries. Flippin’ Flavors may look like a little strip mall eatery on the outside, but its fresh ingredients and healthy sandwiches earn it an oversized 5-star rating from Yelp reviewers. Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery is a local hot spot in Beverly, where residents can enjoy locally sourced wines and meads and attend weddings and other events. In addition to Blossom, there are a handful of dance and live music spots in or near Brainerd. Bar 91 on Ashland Avenue has daily events, such as Soul’d Out Saturdays, NFL Sundays, and Karaoke Tuesdays. Harte’s Saloon is a local dive bar that books local rock bands and blues musicians.
Top Notch Beefburgers has a fantastic diner menu with a nostalgic atmosphere in Brainerd.
Jewel Osco in Brainerd is a great grocery option.
Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery has a fantastic event space for special occasions in Brainerd.
Bar 91 is a favorite hangout spot for locals in Brainerd.
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Lollapalooza and local events
In July, the community comes together to host an after-party for Pride South Side. The annual event happens in Hyde Park, just a few miles from Brainerd. “It’s one thing to attend Pride somewhere else, but it’s more comfortable in your own backyard, where your own people celebrate you. We’re wearing the flags with them," says Shon Henry, a local resident. In August, many residents head down to Chicago’s lakefront for Lollapalooza, a four-day music festival held annually in Grant Park. Attendees can check out the dozens of food trucks lined up at Chow Town between artist sets.
There are homes for a variety of different budgets available in Brainerd.
Downtown Chicago is so close that the skyline is usually visible in Brainerd.
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Commuting in and around town
Brainerd is a 12-mile drive from downtown Chicago via Interstate 94. Midway International Airport is 9 miles from the neighborhood. The community is bordered to the south by U.S. Highway 20. Vincennes Avenue cuts through the middle of Brainerd and also provides access to downtown. Many commuters use Metra, the primary rail system for the greater Chicago metro area, which stops regularly at the Brainerd Train Station.
There are many bus stops scattered throughout Brainerd.
The Brainerd Metra stop connects Brainerd to Chicago.
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Brainerd Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brainerd, Chicago sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Brainerd, Chicago over the last 12 months is $248,498, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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