Frequently Asked Questions about Truman Square
What is it like to live in Truman Square, Chicago, IL?
Truman Square is a small, primarily residential area in Chicago’s West Town/Near Northwest Side centered on Truman Square Park, characterized by historic brick and greystone housing with some newer infill. The neighborhood is walkable with local restaurants and shops and is served by CTA buses and nearby 'L' stations providing access to downtown. Crime levels and housing costs vary by block; consult Chicago Police Department crime maps and current real-estate listings for precise, up-to-date safety and cost-of-living figures.
Is Truman Square, Chicago, IL expensive?
There is no verifiable, up-to-date cost-of-living summary available specifically for Truman Square. Local housing costs vary and are best determined from current rental/listing platforms, recent MLS reports, or Chicago-area market data covering adjacent neighborhoods. I can retrieve recent median rent and sale-price figures for the area on request.
What is the weather of Truman Square, Chicago, IL?
Truman Square follows Chicago’s humid continental (Köppen Dfa) climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Typical winter highs are around 25–35°F (-4 to 2°C) with nights often below freezing, while summer highs average in the low-to-mid 80s°F (27–30°C). Spring and fall are transitional and variable; Lake Michigan can moderate temperatures or enhance snowfall, and annual precipitation is roughly 36 inches with snowfall commonly around 30–40 inches.
How safe is Truman Square, Chicago, IL?
Specific crime statistics are not published separately for Truman Square; Chicago publishes incident data by police district, beat, and community area. Consult the Chicago Police Department crime maps and the City of Chicago Data Portal (Crimes — 2001 to present) for up-to-date incident-level data and recent trends for the relevant beats or community area. For current safety conditions, also review recent CPD alerts and local community resources, as conditions can change.