One of the best parts of living near the Windy City is the abundance of things to do in the area. Finding fun things to do for a solo or group outing doesn’t have to be expensive! Check out some of our favorite free things to do in Chicago (and one right here in Oak […]
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Fall Things to Do in Oak Park IL | 2022
Fall Activities Near Our Oak Park Apartments While it’s sad to say goodbye to summer, we’re fortunate that fall is full of fun things to do in and around Oak Park. From family-friendly Halloween activities and fun runs to beer and wine festivals for the adults, there’s something for everyone. Check out this short-list of […]
Summer Things to Do in Oak Park
The urban suburb of Oak Park is a family-friendly community with rich cultural history, famous architecture, and an abundance of things to do. In fact, the village is home to a number of popular summertime events and outdoor attractions. Here are just a few of our favorite things to do in Oak Park this summer. […]
Best Things to Do in Chicago This December
Yes, our winters are cold, windy and snowy, but the holidays in Chi-town are truly magical. Rather than hibernating in your Chicago apartment this December, why not embrace the frigid temps and soak up some holiday cheer? Explore our list of the best things to do in Chicago this December, then bundle up, get out […]
Things to Consider Before Moving Off Campus
According to Collegefactual.com, the cost of living on campus at Loyola University Chicago in 2017-2018, was just over $14,000. In fact, many Chicago-area colleges and universities charge a hefty price for on campus housing, prompting upperclassmen to consider moving off campus. If you’re among the many college co-eds planning to make the move to student […]
Things to Do in Oak Park & Chicago This Spring
After a long mid-west winter, all of us in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs are eager to get some fresh air and feel the sun our faces. Luckily, both the village of Oak Park and the nearby city of Chicago are home to a number of popular springtime events and outdoor activities to help us […]
Family-Friendly Halloween Events in Oak Park
If you’re a kid, there are few things more exhilarating than Halloween. The one day of the year when dressing up like your favorite super hero or cartoon character and asking for candy are actually encouraged. While traditional trick-or-treating typically involves residential suburbs and parading from house to house, Halloween can be just as fun […]
5 Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
It’s summertime, and the apartment living is easy … unless of course it’s scorching hot and you’re living without AC. Then, it tends to get a bit toasty up in here. Whether you’re on a budget or just trying to reduce your carbon footprint, living without air conditioning is possible, even in a Chicago apartment. […]
Aikia’s Peacock – An Off The Wall Mosaic Masterpiece
This year’s “Off The Wall” mosaic project at Oak Park Apartment’s newest property, located at 401 – 403 Washington Boulevard, is complete and presented more of a challenge than the mosaics of earlier years. This year we went bold. Our Washington Boulevard property had an empty brick expanse on the front of the building that […]
Tour Oak Park The “Wright” Way
Exceptional architecture is a vital part of what makes Oak Park a unique village. From Victorian to bungalow, Italianate to colonial, art deco to mid-century modern – Oak Park is a village that is proud of its’ rich, diverse, housing styles that add uniqueness and flair to our community. No Oak Park architectural musings would […]
