Every year, Money Magazine creates a list of the best places to live in America, and this year Chicago made the cut as a "big city bargain". Although the list typically focuses on smaller communities (several Chicago suburbs were included), we're proud to be included as one of the best urban centers in the U.S. The rankings are based on livability, housing prices, and overall economic strength.

We have no doubt that the thriving business and tech communities, wonderful entertainment and culinary scenes, richly varied neighborhoods and of course the amazing real estate market that runs the gamut from glittering high rises to classic graystones and brownstones to elegant Art Deco mansions (and everything in between) helped ensure that Chicago made
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