Bridgeport
Bridgeport has an edge over many Chicago neighborhoods in that its age-old beauty and rich history attract a diverse mix of residents and businesses. For over 150 years, Bridgeport has been a stronghold of working class civilization, having been built on the backs of German, Irish, and Norwegian immigrants who found work dredging the Illinois and Michigan Canal. Today, industry continues to thrive in Bridgeport, an area that plays host to some of Chicago's strongest and most influential workers. Five Chicago mayors, including Richard M. Daley, have either come from Bridgeport or made it their main residence over the years.
Bridgeport overflows with options for shopping, dining and culture. Remarkable international cuisine, independent boutiques, and global festivals color the area and attract people from all over the city. For sports fans, Bridgeport is home to U.S. Cellular Field, where the Chicago White Sox play their home games. Any time the Sox hit a home run, the roar of a crowd breaks and fireworks shoot up from the stadium.
The neighborhood's residential streets are lined with apartments, condos, low-rise flats, and two- and three-story walk-ups. There are also a variety of private homes--classic and contemporary--in this south side Chicago neighborhood. Bridgeport is conveniently located just 3 miles southwest of the Loop.