09/23/2026
First day of fall = your warning that Chicago winter is coming 🍂❄️
Whether you’ve lived here for years or you’re heading into your first Chicago winter, here are 3 things worth thinking about before the temperatures drop:
1. Know how your apartment is heated.
Chicago apartments can be heated very differently depending on the building, so know what you’re responsible for before winter hits.🔥
2. Think about your commute.
That “easy walk” or quick train ride feels a little different when it’s 15° outside ❄️
3. Pay attention to your utility rate.
Chicago utility bills can get expensive fast in the winter. Gatby | A Smarter Way to Manage Energy Autopilot monitors your rate and shops for better energy options for you automatically, and it’s completely free to use.💰
Get set up with Gatby Autopilot now so you’re not shocked by your utility bill when winter hits ⚡️ Link in my bio to get started.
Chicago people: what’s one thing you wish someone told you before your first winter here? Drop it in the comments 👇
And if you’re looking to move, buy, or sell in Chicago, shoot me a message! Payton Vorreyer | Chicago Realtor