Last Modified: February 27, 2026

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East Side Neighborhood Guide

Where The Hills Have Porches

🧭Generally defined as the area: Southeast of Fairmont and southeast of Fairmont Tyler in (East Side is also referred to as Palatine)

📌Well known for: Small, tight-knit community vibes

👕You'll fit in if: You still buy pepperoni rolls from the same bakery that you did a decade ago

👍Move here for: Being walking distance from local parks and public schools

👎The downside to East Side is: It's very small, so don't expect any big city amenities here

TL;DR: Old school with hospital scrubs

Pros & Cons of East Side

East Side strengths (top 5)

Family FriendlySafetyGreen SpaceOutdoor RecreationPeaceful & Quiet

East Side tradeoffs (top 3)

NightlifeBreweriesCocktail Lounges
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East Side Neighborhood DNA

Italian grandparents and healthcare professionals

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Some of the East Side hotspots include: Gateway Market, Sheetz East Side, and East-West Stadium.
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Moving to East Side - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Fairmont 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 Fairmont guide for the big-picture view — or compare East Side against other parts of the city in our Fairmont neighborhood guide.