Livability of NW Suburbs for a nature loving, reluctant car owning family?
How does this sub feel about Chicago suburbs, in general but also Lake County specifically? What’s best about them? Walkability, bikeability, transit, family friendly farms, etc, etc. Eyeing a move to be closer to spouse’s family. Looking to minimize time in a car, but are also big nature people (yes we are aware of how flat it is in IL, and tips on getting to national parks and wild places to hike are appreciated).
I’m considering making a similar post to the Suburban Hell sub not as a reflection of what I think of the area, but more as a probe to get ideas about what aspects are good/bad, overblown/underblown(? lol), and areas where I can help contribute to a safe and happy place for everyone living there. As a disclaimer I’m aware of financial and logistical and perhaps even societal problems related to American suburbs, BUT we have an opportunity at homeownership in Lake County that is too good to pass up.
Thanks in advance :)