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Anna Shoultz
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Last Modified: January 9, 2026

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Pullman Neighborhood Overview

Where Railcars and Red Brick Run 1894-Deep

🧭Generally defined as the area: Bronzeville's 103rd Street North, 115th Street South, Bishop Ford Freeway West, Lake Calumet and industrial lands East

📌Best known for: Pullman National Historical Park and labor history

👕You'll fit in if: you collect bricks and union buttons

👍Move here for: rowhouse charm, manicured greens, proud neighbors

👎The downside to Pullman is: quiet nights, horns, and occasional truck rumble

The general vibe is: Brick pride, nerdy, quietly patriotic

history geeks and porch sitters with strong coffee

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Moving to Pullman - 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 Pullman against other parts of the city in our Chicago neighborhood guide.