M.C.
Hi K.,
Congratulations on the job offer. We were just in the same boat! We moved last summer from Palatine to Oak Creek-S of Mil. You would be n of the city. I hate to say it, but maybe you should scope out the area first, living inn a temporary place for a year or so. I don't know much about that area, but I think i's nice. Around here, there are a lot of old neighborhoods, but also newer subdivisions, then there are city blocks, as well as big open yards. It depends what you like.
Would this job offer relocation services? I would start by doing a wikipedia search, and then search the housing market, and then come and spend time driving around the area. What county do you want to live in? Out to the west, there seems to be everything, as well as in the city. If I can answer any other questions, please let me know! Good luck!!!!