Ravenswood is a historic gem just 10 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. This neighborhood is family-friendly with extensive public transportation and easy access to major highways. People walk the neighborhood and also bike from place to place. You’ll want to visit Ravenswood’s Historic District where you’ll find 100-year old houses and Victorian mansions. In an old school space, you can watch popular films in this neighborhood staple, the Davis Theater.

Funky, hip, and chic restaurants, bars, and coffee shops reside in Ravenswood like Band of Bohemia on North Ravenswood Avenue. There’s a mix of public, private, and charter schools in the area that give residents a multitude of choices for their children. Community festivals are long-standing tradition in Ravenswood. The Ravenswood Art Walk occurs every September, and the Annual Taste of Ravenswood is an annual affair that celebrates its local eateries and craft beers.