Merrionette Manor

The Neighborhood: South Deering, Chicago

South Deering sits on Chicago's far southeast side near industrial land and Lake Calumet. Lake Calumet offers open water and industrial shoreline that shape the local view. Wolf Lake provides marsh and walking areas close to the city and the Indiana line. Calumet River supports port work and heavy industry along the banks. Calumet Park and nearby green space give spots for fishing and bird watching. Navy Pier draws visitors to lakefront rides and shows in central Chicago. Six Flags Great America serves as a regional amusement destination north of the city. Restaurants like McDonald's and Subway provide quick food options in the district. Taverns and bars such as Hegewisch Tavern and neighborhood pubs host small gatherings. Chicago Transit Authority buses run through the streets near factories and homes. Metra and the South Shore Line offer commuter rail service from nearby stations. Industrial sites and port facilities shape jobs and the street plan for workers and families. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 10 to 14 years old. Households with 2 people make up the largest part of the local population.