About Bridgeview
Bridgeview is a historic village in Illinois' Cook County. It's conveniently located three miles northwest of Oak Lawn and 11 miles southwest of Chicago, providing easy access to jobs and amenities. Bridgeview is named for the excellent views of the village that can be seen from the Harlem Avenue bridge
The History of Bridgeview
Native American tribes inhabited the area now known as Bridgeview until the 1830s. The township grew slowly until the 1870s, when German and Italian settlers established farms growing corn, wheat, oats and potatoes.
The agricultural industry began to slow down around the 1920s, so Bridgeview's economy was forced to diversify to survive. Real estate developers began to build homes, industrial developments began to flourish and the Harlem Airport was constructed. In 1947, when Bridgeview had just 500 residents, voters opted to incorporate the village. Today, the community maintains a balanced zoning approach, creating fairly equal areas for residential, commercial and industrial development.
Living in Bridgeview
Bridgeview has a number of key facilities, including a public library, village hall, Southfield Plaza and Bridgeview Court Shopping Centers and Toyota Park, home of Chicago Fire professional team. It's earning growing popularity as a relocation destination for its recreational facilities, strong real estate market and proximity to Chicago.
The city is also known for Harlem Avenue, home to a thriving district of Arab businesses including ethnic grocery stores, Middle Eastern candy shops and bakeries, and several hookah lounges. The growing Islamic community has also established a few faith-based schools and a mosque.
Bridgeview's unemployment rate is above the national average, but positive job growth is a good sign for the future. There are also numerous jobs in Chicago, which is easily accessible by car and public transport. Within Bridgeview city limits, you can find a mix of jobs that appeal to varying qualifications and interests. The majority of jobs are in the office and administrative support, sales, and maintenance sectors.
Bridgeview Schools
Bridgeview is served by several different school districts, including Summit School District 104, Indian Springs School District 109, Rutland Consolidated High School District 230, North Palos School District 117 and Ridgeland School District 122. Several private schools can be found in and around the city as well.
The nearest post-secondary institution is Moraine Valley Community College.
Resources for Moving to Bridgeview
Here are a few helpful resources for planning your move to Bridgeview:
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Utilities: Commonwealth Edison serves as the local energy provider, while the village utilities department oversees water and sewer services.
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Garbage and Recycling: Your trash and recyclables will be collected on a weekly basis. You can also utilize the city-provided branch chipping service during the major growing season.
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Transportation: The Pace Bus provides public transportation via a handful of different routes throughout Bridgeview.
Bridgeview Housing
The price of housing in Bridgeview is fairly in line with the Chicago metro averages, and are expected to rise as demand grows. If you're looking to rent, the village has a fairly active rental market with plenty of apartment options to consider.
