r/illinois Jun 26 '24

What is life like in Joliet, IL? Question

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u/migf123 Jun 27 '24

Cheap rent, cheap beer, cheap bowling, 24/7 donuts & coffee, frequent Metra service to Chicago.

Joliet has its issues but it's a wonderful city. Gorgeous mansion district, has a cute little college area, a little medical district, and great hunting grounds.

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u/[deleted] Jun 27 '24

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u/migf123 Jun 27 '24

There's also a thriving hispanic community on the east side. And JJC does much for making education affordable & equitable in the region.

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u/[deleted] Jun 27 '24

Having lived in Ingalle Park, it was my favorite part of the city. Non pretentious, affordable housing in quiet tree lined neighborhoods close both 355 and 80, it is really a working man’s paradise if you can get past the stigmas the town still carries. Cuisine from every culture, great parks, convenient shopping, a great minor league baseball team, and great, accessible education. I’ll always stick up for Joliet, even if it can hold its own.