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Why Lombard is One of Chicago’s Best Suburbs for Young Professionals

Lombard is a top-tier place for young professionals looking to find a suburb to settle into. If you commute, you still have access to Chicago and can enjoy a full social life with the comfort of convenience. Suburban living is the best of both worlds, with Lombard being a great destination for those who want affordability, accessibility, and amazing perks. Read on for why Lombard is named one of the best suburbs for young professionals. 

Location: Access to the city, community, nature, and events

One of Lombard’s biggest perks is its awesome location. Professionals who work in the city or want access to it can enjoy the ease of suburban life without feeling too disconnected from the happenings in the city. Lombard is in a great area, situated along major highways, which makes commuting and traveling to the city easy. Having close access to Chicago means you are also close to the best restaurants, concerts, museums, and more. The Metra lines provide quick access to the city for those who don’t want to deal with driving and parking, and will take you right into Union Station with easy access all around the city. If you commute for work, this also makes transit quick and easy. Being so close to Chicago will bring urban and city life right to your doorstep. 

Living at Yorktown Reserve fosters a sense of connection with your community and neighbors. Different communities, where everyone is living different types of lives, often naturally encourage interaction through everyday, routine events such as neighbors crossing paths in the hallways, local events bringing people together, and shared amenities and spaces that create great opportunities for people to connect and socialize. 

Movoto.com highlights Lombard in their recent article about the best suburb for working professionals as well, stating, “This village is about as postcard perfect as it gets. It’s called the Lilac Village because each year in May, Lilacia Park essentially turns into Fantasia when lilac bushes, nearly 100,000 tulips, and other spring flowers bloom. There is, of course, a giant parade in honor of these beautiful flowers, and that’s just one of many events throughout the year. Other events include Taste of Lombard, a Fourth of July fireworks festival, the holiday tree lighting, and, you know, the entire historical downtown district, which is kind of an event in itself. The fact that there’s also a young and well-educated population here is just the cherry on top.

Affordability

For many young professionals, your budget plays a huge role in where you choose to live. Experts recommend spending no more than 30% of your income on housing and utilities. You also need to factor outside costs into your budget, such as groceries, renters’ insurance, furniture, and more. An easy way to make apartments more affordable is to consider getting roommates. Splitting the rent and utilities between more people can lower your cost of living. 

Chicago may be exciting, but everything is more expensive in the city. In Lombard, your daily expenses won’t add up so quickly. With a more manageable cost of living, it can deliver a high quality of life, with or without roommates. 

A Growing Social Scene

With new coffee shops, bars, and restaurants popping up every week, the social and dining scene in Lombard is changing every day. It’s becoming the type of neighborhood that feels safe, fun, and enjoyable, making you want to go out after work and on the weekends. With its charming downtown area, places are walkable and casual. Somewhere to meet on every corner for a drink with friends or a good meal. 

This year was the first year Lombard introduced the Lombard restaurant week, proving that the growing economy and social scene are worthy of celebration. According to thevillageoflombard.com, “If you’re looking for a reason to try a new restaurant or revisit a favorite, this is it,” said Director of Economic Development and Planning Trevor Dick. “Restaurant Week brings people together, welcomes visitors, and celebrates the local dining spots that make Lombard a great place to visit and dine at.”

Modern Way of Life

With the modern amenities of the Yorktown Reserve, it’s easy to want to stay in Lombard forever. See a list of some of the best modern amenities the Reserve has to offer, which make Lombard and Yorktown Reserve a competitive and exciting place to live. 

• Outdoor Resort-Style Pool — Best for the warmer months, go swimming and get your tan on whenever you like. 
• Fitness Center with Yoga/Pilates Studio — More than basic machines, the fitness center has something for everyone, from yoga, pilates, free weights, and more. 
• Indoor Sauna — A luxury for after you take a swim, come sweat out your impurities in the private sauna. 
• Business Center with Conference Room & Private Offices — The best for young professionals, there are places to take calls, host meetings, or simply get out of their home. 
• Secure Package Room with Parcel Management — For all those online orders, you will never have to worry if your package is securely delivered or not.