The southwestern neighborhoods of Beverly, Beverly Woods and Morgan Park were once getaway spots for the city’s political VIP’s. Today, it is home to a varied mix of Irish Catholics and African Americans. The Beverly Arts Center has been an important part of the community for over 30 years. It offers a wide range of arts classes and exhibits for all ages. The median price for a single-family home in Beverly is $269,000.

Morgan Park offers multiple housing options. They tend to range in price from $120,000 to $450,000. Several of the older homes are being renovated. The neighborhood offers a happening shopping district.

The Mount Greenwood neighborhood is named after the cemetery that lies within its borders. It is now a solid middle-class neighborhood that was built over several decades. Mount Greenwood’s varying architecture reflects this slow growth through a multitude of housing styles. Homes range between $100,000 and $200,000. There are several teardowns taking place in the area.