Living in or staying in Central Station, Chicago

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Scores

Safety by day7.0/10 Good
Safety at night6.5/10 Good
Quiet5.2/10 Fair
Walkability10.0/10 Excellent
Transport8.9/10 Excellent
Nightlife7.0/10 Lively

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the places and stops around its center.

About Central Station

A modern South Loop residential district of high-rise apartments and condominiums, broad streets, landscaped spaces, and nearby museums and sports venues. It feels more residential and orderly than the central business district, with commuters and event crowds at busier times and quieter sidewalks late at night.

Good for

  • families
  • couples
  • business travelers
  • first-time visitors
  • long stays

Less suited to

  • budget travelers
  • people with limited mobility

Watch out for

  • Take extra care on quieter or poorly occupied blocks late at night.
  • Keep phones, wallets, and bags secure around transit stops and event crowds.
  • Use particular caution around large event dispersals, when streets can become crowded and disorderly.
  • Watch traffic carefully when crossing broad, busy streets.

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