Explore the Area
Moody TongueRestaurants
200 LiquorsGroceries
The GameNightlife
Ain't She Sweet CafeCafes
WalgreensShopping
Chicago Blues DistrictArts and Entertainment
Bally Total FitnessFitness
Rothschild LiquorsGroceries
Renaissance BronzevilleNightlife
Sip & SavorCafes
Rogers Auto GroupShopping
Harold Washington Cultural CenterArts and Entertainment
Armstrong (Lillian Hardin) ParkFitness
Simply Soup Salad & SandwichesRestaurants
200 Cut Rate Food & LiquorsGroceries
Willie's Hideaway LoungeNightlife
Food Xpress RestaurantShopping
Gallery GuichardArts and Entertainment
Bronzeville Dog RunFitness
Just TurkeyRestaurants
WIC Food CenterGroceries
Mitchell's Humble HomeNightlife
Little Sandwich HouseCafes
Dollar TreeShopping
South Side Community Art CenterArts and Entertainment
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What Locals Say about Bronzeville
At least 405 Trulia users voted on each feature.
97 % Say there are sidewalks
84 % Say it's dog friendly
79 % Say streets are well-lit
73 % Say parking is easy
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
66 % Say there's holiday spirit
65 % Say car is needed
62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
59 % Say yards are well-kept
57 % Say neighbors are friendly
48 % Say it's quiet
46 % Say kids play outside
44 % Say people would walk alone at night
39 % Say there are community events
34 % Say there's wildlife
Learn more about our methodology.
- Sweet Pea
- Resident
- 2mo ago
"All the history, restaurants, movie theater. Stores and so close to I-55 and I-90/94. Lots of diversity "
0Flag - brioni26
- Resident
- 1y ago
"One of the safer communities on the south side. Lots of families and dog owners. Walkable coffee shop, food spots. "
1Flag - Luis S
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Plenty of parks and dog parks to take your dogs. The lakefront is only steps away from the neighborhood. "
0Flag - Treasure Harris
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Fairly simple and easy to navigate within the community and surrounding areas. The wait for public transportation is quick during the rush hours of the day. "
1Flag - Ray
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Yes there are a lot of parks and open spaces for dogs to enjoy and there are lots of dog owners living there "
0Flag - Rm_rod30
- Visitor
- 1y ago
"Bronzeville summer nights. Block parties throughout Bronzeville. Various active community events in partnership with 002nd Dist CAPS Officers. "
1Flag - CRYSTAl Williams
- Prev. Resident
- 1y ago
"They break in a lot and sometimes the shooting is terrible trash all in the grass some people keep their lawn up others don’t"
1Flag - Draey Quarles
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Great community and even better HOA. Highly recommend this condo for a new family or first family. Contact me for more details. "
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Community events, text thread among neighbors and neighborhood pride. Everyone is warm, helpful and inviting."
2Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"I’ve lived here for two years and I love the neighborhood! It’s beautiful! I have very nice neighbors and we look out for one and other. "
10Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Great and awesome neighborhood a place to raise a family, lots of good schools and restaurants in the area"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"There are many different families in this neighborhood. It's very nice but you still need to watch your surroundings."
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Nice area for adults to live in. I have been here with my family for a decade, moving from Hyde Park. Both neighborhoods are beautiful and right next to each other. I'd definitely recommend "
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"It great no problems at all bus and train routes are close by very convenient for me and my family very nice neighborhood "
1Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 3y ago
"The closest to the downtown area and public transportation . The area is well maintained it has 3 bus lines and the transit system. "
4Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Dog parks near by. Lots of dog walkers. Several NEW dog parks have beeb built throughout the neighborhood "
1Flag - Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 3y ago
"Dog friendly just a lot of crime in the area you probably need a dog for protection for your family."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"It’s an easy commute to work via lakeshore drive which is about 3 minutes from my home! After that it’s a straight shot to my work"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"The neighborhood is very open with easy parking, wide streets and tons of new construction and revitalization."
1Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"Dog owners love to see other dogs on a leash and dog owners love to see other people walk there dog early in the am when nobody’s out "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Pretty easy. Neighborhood isn't quiet, but it isn't excessively loud either. Parking is not the greatest, but it's not that bad trying to find street parking at night."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"I live in the neighborhood in the '80s or 90s now I'm here in the late 2000s neighborhood is totally different than back then I love it because I was born at the Bronzeville area some area my not be good but it's history here I went to grammar school and high school here I still love it in this location a lot of good shopping stores around and it's close to Hyde park area."
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"This neighborhood has easy access to public transportation. It is located near the lake front has is only a 10 minute commute to Downtown Chicago. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Great area, wonderful people, amazing history, beautiful homes. Happy to be in this area. Love to see my people here."
2Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"Great neighborhood, safe and friendly. From what I can see everyone in the area takes care of their property and cares about the way things are. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I drive my car to my job. It’s only 15 minutes away and I am going against traffic so it’s a smooth commute. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"There are many families and small children in this area. It appears safe for families and single people as well. Overall, I feel safe in this neighborhood and have not had any issue with crime. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Bronzeville is a neighborhood rich in history and culture with great access to downtown, local neighborhood entertainment, shopping and more "
0Flag - Tracy B.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"plenty of parks in the area, schools are nice mostly peaceful close to transportation it's a nice area to live in"
1Flag - Bintalev
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Great area. Expensive in comparison to similar neighborhoods, but most properties are renovated. Neighborhood is still changing, but quiet the majority of the time. "
3Flag - Beebsmazyck
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I love this neighborhood. Mostly calm, friendly, and neighborly. Continually improving. I could live here for the rest of my life. "
19Flag - Codieratliff
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I lived in this area for 6years To much killing for the amount of rent they want still have work to do I. The area crime rate is heavy "
39Flag - Demarcus C.
- Prev. Resident
- 6y ago
"Keep and eye on your kids at night. The neighborhood can be dangerous but it is much better now than it use to be."
5Flag - Emlansana
- Resident
- 6y ago
"There is a sense of community. Nice parks and gardens. Many children and intergenerational families "
2Flag - Ashleyestatesllc
- Resident
- 6y ago
"Nice people and great food near by. Good and close public transportation. People do need to pick up after their dogs though"
13Flag - Jamescameren
- Resident
- 6y ago
"A church across the street. God is good. The violence isn’t at all. I pray for better days. There’s also a preacher who preaches on the end of the block. "
3Flag - Mariecollinswright
- Resident
- 6y ago
"Its beautiful community and very vibrant with tremendous history. My parents lived here when I was born."
0Flag - Elysia B.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"Boxville underneath the 51st Street Green Line Station is wonderful. Happy. Happy. Happy. Expensive. "
0Flag - Alessondra F.
- Resident
- 7y ago
"We do many events as a block suck as trick or treating, back to school block parties and bbqs just to name a few things. My block is very close knit."
0Flag - tasha4209
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Bud Biliken Parade, the car and boat shows are the only community event I’m aware of. Unfortunately more needs to happen in this area. I’m happy to finally see a decent grocery’s store such as Mariano’s. I heard a Pete’s grocery store is coming soon so I’m hopeful that some of these anchor stores will be an attraction for more retail businesses in the community. We shouldn’t have to depend on events at McCormick place."
2Flag
Schools
- Fuller Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 316 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Mollison Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 234 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis school is okay. They need more parent engagement and activities. They used to do a lot of cool math and reading nights. They need a parent survey to see what we would like to see in our neighborhood school. If we don't do this, we are going to lose another good school and the last great teachers we have.There needs to be more student voice so we can say what we would like to see in OUR school. Who we want to see teaching our classes and what we would like to learn. Certain teachers can make a difference. We just want some things to change. Bring back our old teachers!!!Student Review2mo ago5 Reviews - Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School
- PK-8
- Public
- 354 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy daughter entered Pre-K last year at Reavis. She has special needs and requires an ample amount of attention. I had my reservation about Reavis but it is my neighborhood school and wanted to have her someplace close to home. In her first year at Reavis PreK special education, my daughter went from a non-verbal, shy, and reserved little girl to an outgoing, verbal, and expressive student. She's eager to be at school and it's because of the attention she receives at Reavis. Specifically, from her Prek teacher, Mr. Shah. I can't speak for the other classes but my daughter had a terrific first year of school at Reavis and she was eager to go back.Parent Review6y ago2 Reviews - Woodson South Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 295 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy
- PK-8
- Public
- 308 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Holy Angels Catholic School
- PK-8
- Private
- 174 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageHoly Angels is a very special school. Kind of a best kept secret because I didn't even know the school was still open until my friend told me. My daughter is a transfer student from Indiana and she did not want to leave her school, but I was looking for employment and had to move. I was in luck because I moved to the Bronzeville neighborhood and Holy Angels is within walking distance. The school staff is friendly and she loves her teacher and has made some new class friends. I ask her often if she likes it at Holy Angels and she says she does, so I'm glad I made the choice to send her to this school. The only downside is I wish they had more activities for the kids to do but other than that I'm happy.Parent Review3y ago15 Reviews - St Elizabeth
- PK-8
- Private
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Holy Angels Catholic School
- PK-8
- Private
- 144 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis school is not so Holy anymore.....Parent Review4y ago2 Reviews
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