River West – River West is a mainstay of young families in need of quality housing and great public school systems. The average price of a single-family home here was $853,390, incredibly affordable when one considers the convenience of the location. There are many L trains that run directly through and link residents straight to the O’Hare international Airport. Another advantage of River West to young families is its proximity to Wicker Park, one of the trendiest locations in Chicago for shopping, art and cuisine.