Incoming analyst at a MM IB in Chicago. I don't have any friends that are going to be living in the city (most go to NYC). How should I find a roommate? Also, where should I live? I lived in the loop this past summer and liked it but want something towards River North but it seems like a bit to expensive. My firm is in the middle of the loop.
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how much do you make a year?
85k base, 10k sign on, probably 30k bonus (would like to bank it all)
Lincoln Park
Is that a bit far? My firm is a sweatshop so they average 100-110 a week.
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Would definitely recommend living in Lincoln Park area or the West Loop. The area around Lincoln Park (Old Town, Lakeview, etc) has always been popular for young people. Can find some great spots at even better prices. Usually won’t take you longer than 20/25 mins to get into the Loop as well. West Loop has taken off over last couple years in terms of nightlife and restaurants, but may be a bit more pricey.
You're giving me HL vibes here. Going off that assumption, you'd want to live in either old town (a lot of young 20 year olds just out of college party here), or West Loop (great food scene) because that will put you near the Brown/Purple/Red CTA lines from the North, and the Blue/Green lines from the West
I’d recommend river north or old town. can snag a place for 1400-1600 + close commute
I liked River North but how would you recommend getting a roommate? None of my friends from school are going to Chicago. Or should I just a 1bed/studio?
If you are moving to Chicago, PM me.
Where in River North are you finding places for $1,400-$1,600? Pls advise
Gold Coast by the Clark/Division L stop. Lots of older high rises (relatively affordable) and the commute is better than Lincoln Park.
Thanks! I just looked on Zillow and they look pretty nice and only 1,600 for a 1/1
Also moving to Chicago with BB. Have a 1/1 near Lakeshore Drive with a 30 mins commute to office. Is this good or should I move somewhere else?
Wait, you already signed a lease?
Where on LSD exactly?
Around the Charnley-Persky Museum
I work downtown and live in the Gold coast. Highly recommended. I walk to and from work. Any other questions let me know!
Hey, couple of questions:
Regarding your Gold Coast area, are you anwhere near Gibson's and Rush Street? If so, do you find that area to be young twenties, or little older, like late 20's and 30's?
Also, how do you find doing IB in Chicago, in general? Did you ever do it in NYC? And do you know of anyone in Chicago IB that tries to make switch to NYC?
Okay, thanks!
I live a couple blocks from Gibson's on Rush. I'd say the area is more late 20s and 30s. There are also a decent amount of older people in the area as well (don't forget the Viagra triangle is in Gold coast). With that being said if you are trying to go out there are the bars on division (Hopsmith, etc) and you can realistically walk to any bar in River North too. When I first moved to Chicago I lived in Lakeview (near Diversey and Clark) which was more younger to mid 20s people.
Can't help you with that one. Never done IB in Chicago or NYC for that matter.
Hey man, im going to be in Chicago full-time starting this summer as well and trying to find a roommate. DM if you would be interested in possibly sorting out a rooming situation
BGL & Co?
No but are they a sweatshop? Haven't talked to anyone there
Ya, I've heard that.
Also doing MM IB in Chicago starting this summer. DM if you would be interested in sorting out a roomate situation.
Anyone interested in rooming with a 1st year female analyst?
Yes
Hmmm found the 35 year old creeper
Highly recommend River North. Sure you'll be spending $100-$200 extra a month on rent but its worth it for the location and close commute.
Also starting FT in Chicago this summer. DM if you're looking for a roommate.
Super late to this thread but I lived in the West Loop last summer and would highly recommend due to its proximity to the Loop (15 min walk or so depending on where you are) and like someone else mentioned a great food scene.
Bump, best areas to get plastered? Area with most young professionals (21-25)?
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