One of the most colorful neighborhoods in Chicago, Little Village is a large predominately Mexican and Latino neighborhood, centered on 26th Street. The #60 Blue Island/26th bus runs very frequently, and is a night owl route (24/7 operation). It provides a lifeline to the people of Little Village, as many of its inhabitants are transit dependent. Many other frequent bus routes, as well as a few Pink Line stations are also present in the area. 26th Street is a busy thoroughfare at all times and at all seasons. Lined with bodegas, taquerias, and other stores selling everything from fresh fruit to jewelry, it is an eclectic area indeed. The buildings in which these businesses are located range from one story commercial buildings to three and four story mixed use buildings. Food trucks and fruit vendors are also present on the streets. On side streets, two flats and brick homes dominate. As one approaches Cermak Road, more abandoned properties are visible, but up until that point there are very few abandoned properties. This neighborhood is a wonderful place for new immigrants to experience a safe, vibrant neighborhood, and with its strong sense of community and low rent prices, will stay this way for a long time.
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