Back of the Yards Neighborhood Overview

From Hogs To Hydroponics, Milagro

🧭Generally defined as the area: Pershing Road North, Garfield Boulevard 55th on the South, Halsted Street and Bubbly Creek East, Western Avenue and freight rail lines to the West

📌Best known for: Union Stock Yards lore, murals, monster tortas

👕You'll fit in if: Work boots, rosaries, backyard soccer

👍Locals live here because: Family first, prices second, tacos always

👎Be prepared for: Truck rumble, factory smells, trains at midnight

✨The general vibe is: Grit meets murals meets masa

taco pilgrims, porch philosophers, tequila toasters

Moving to Back of the Yards - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Chicago or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Chicago guide for the big-picture view — or compare Back of the Yards against other parts of the city in our Chicago neighborhood guide.