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Alright place for most
3
rating
By
Anonymous (
Mar 06, 2024)
Some areas are a good place to live and some areas are safer than others. There are a lot of shopping places near by like Walmart and target and many others. It's also fairly close to Chicago takes about 25 min or longer depending on how bad the Stevenson or the Eisenhower is dur ...Read More
ing traffic. The main high schools are Hinsdale South and Downers Grove South which are poorly rated and has become ghetto over the years according to some people. Crime isn't a big deal as of now for most areas it's only the eastern side that sees the most crime specifically the areas where the apartments are and where the shopping centers are.
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Darien, Illinois A Nice Place To Live
4.5
rating
By
Anonymous (
May 10, 2018)
The city of Darien, Illinois is a small town that is located in DuPage County, a western suburb of Chicago. It is a close knit community that is just a few minutes from the hustle and bustle of Chicago and is a perfect place to live for those who want to be near Chicago but not l ...Read More
ive in the city.
Darien has a population of around 22,000 people. It is located just 25 miles west of downtown Chicago. The city is service by Chicago's public transportation system, the Chicago Transit Authority.
The city boasts itself as "A Nice Place To Live", and that town motto does not disappoint. It is just far enough away from Chicago for those who hate living in the city but close enough to still enjoy all the comforts and attractions that Chicago offers.
The city prides itself on its public education system, which is known as one of the best in the entire state of Illinois.
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Family friendlyPublic transit is accessibleWalkable to grocery storesYards are well-keptLots of parksWalkable to restaurantsFriendly neighbors Safe at night Pet friendly Streets have sidewalksA quiet areaSense of community
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Amenities
Are there many local amenities in
Darien?
Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.
Parks
Lindenwood Park
Darien Eisenhower Field
Birchwood Park
Mallard Landing Park
Smart Oaks Park
Pinewood Park
Holly Park
Driftwood Park
Entertainment
Old Lace School Museum
National Shrine Museum of St. Thesese
Hollywood Blvd Cinema
Brunswick Zone Woodridge Lanes
Willowbrook Lanes
Evergreen Gallery
Cypress Cove
William L.Gregg House Museum
Food & Drink
Padrino's Pizza
Darien Tobacco Wine & Liquors
Dunkin'
Popeyes
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Taco Bell
Buona
Steak 'n Shake
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Commute
Is public transit available in Darien?
Of all people who commute,
5.4% take public transportation in
Darien.