The Neighbourhood: Far East

Far East sits in DuPage County and shows a mix of homes, parks, and shops. Cantigny Park offers gardens, a museum, and paths for walking. Cosley Zoo provides small animal exhibits for families. Fullersburg Woods and McDowell Grove give wooded trails and river views. Raging Waves Waterpark draws local visitors in summer. Yorktown Center and Oakbrook Center contain many stores and food options. Portillo's and Lou Malnati's serve casual Italian and American food to locals. Cooper's Hawk and Two Brothers Brewing host wine and beer fans in nearby towns. Metra BNSF Railway and Metra Union Pacific West Line bring commuters to Chicago. Pace buses connect the district to nearby suburbs. Local roads and bike lanes carry daily traffic and short trips. Small bars and taverns provide social spots for adults. Grocery stores and pharmacies meet basic needs inside the district. Fermilab and nearby museums offer cultural and science visits. Public schools and local churches serve families and older residents. This district stays mostly quiet at night with steady daytime activity. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 50 to 54 years old and that households with 2 people make up the largest household type.

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Far East sits in DuPage County and shows a mix of homes, parks, and shops. Cantigny Park offers gardens, a museum, and paths for walking. Cosley Zoo provides small animal exhibits for families. Fullersburg Woods and McDowell Grove give wooded trails and river views. Raging Waves Waterpark draws local visitors in summer. Yorktown Center and Oakbrook Center contain many stores and food options. Portillo's and Lou Malnati's serve casual Italian and American food to locals. Cooper's Hawk and Two Brothers Brewing host wine and beer fans in nearby towns. Metra BNSF Railway and Metra Union Pacific West Line bring commuters to Chicago. Pace buses connect the district to nearby suburbs. Local roads and bike lanes carry daily traffic and short trips. Small bars and taverns provide social spots for adults. Grocery stores and pharmacies meet basic needs inside the district. Fermilab and nearby museums offer cultural and science visits. Public schools and local churches serve families and older residents. This district stays mostly quiet at night with steady daytime activity. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 50 to 54 years old and that households with 2 people make up the largest household type.