Place:Beverly, Chicago, Cook, Illinois, United States


NameBeverly
Alt namesBeverly Hills
TypeCommunity
Coordinates41.71°N 87.68°W
Located inChicago, Cook, Illinois, United States

Beverly (or Beverly Hills) is one of the 77 official community areas of Chicago, Illinois. It is located on the South Side on the southwestern edge of the city. Beverly Hills was built by English engineers as an exclusive streetcar suburb and the homes and large lots reflect this historic distinction. Beverly Hills is located on the highest elevation in the City of Chicago. Beverly one of the most racially and ethnically diverse neighborhoods in Chicago.

Beverly is the only area in the City of Chicago with a terrain containing hills. Prior to settlement, it was known as Blue Island, a name now used by a suburb a few miles to the south. The blue color has been variously attributed to atmospheric scattering or to blue flowers growing on the ridge.

Source: Wikipedia: Beverly, Chicago

Note that Beverly Cemetery is located in the city of Blue Island.