East Side
East Side, near Chicago’s Indiana border, offers a suburban feel with strong community ties, Latino-influenced dining, access to Lake Michigan and local events. It’s car-reliant but bike-friendly, with CTA buses and nearby emergency care.
Average Value
$233K
List Price
$131K - $420K
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29 Listings
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Hegewisch
Hegewisch, on Chicago’s Southeast Side, blends industrial roots with community spirit. Home to the oldest Ford plant and last city sawmill, it features suburban-style homes, local eateries, green spaces and festivals that bring residents together.
Average Value
$222K
List Price
$94K - $354K
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16 Listings
Whiting
Whiting, IN, is a walkable community 18 miles from Chicago. It features lakefront parks and a thriving Main Street. Residents enjoy the popular Pierogi Fest, WhoaZone water park, and Lost Marsh Golf Course.
Average Value
$220K
List Price
$123K - $477K
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24 Listings
Hammond
Thirty miles southeast of Chicago in Indiana, near the shores of Lake Michigan and the Illinois state line, Hammond is a city of adapting to modern times. After the decline of an old shopping mall, the city partnered with the YMCA to build a new recreational center that opened in 2024. The new Hammond Family YMCA -- complete with family pool,
Average Value
$187K
List Price
$77K - $433K
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64 Listings
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