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NORTH PARK

North Park is a stable, quiet, tree-shaded, middle-income neighborhood where the majority of homes are owner-occupied. The presence of the two streams creates a charming and unique atmosphere in the area. The North Branch of the Chicago River falls into the North Shore Channel, creating Chicago's only waterfall (about four feet high).

North Park got its start in 1855, when a village was laid out in the newly formed Jefferson Township. The first residents were German and Swedish farmers who grew vegetables in fields along the south bank of the Chicago River's North Branch. After the Bohemian National Cemetery opened in 1877, Czechs moved into the area's northwest corner. They only stayed for a short time before leaving the area around 1900.

Commute Times

The Loop          by train,          by car

Merchandise Mart          by train,          by car

Union Station           by train,         by car

Millennium Park          by train,           by car

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30m

42m

26m

45m

27m

41m

31m

Boundaries

East to West - North Shore Channel to Cicero Avenue
North to South - Devon Avenue to Chicago River's North Branch and Foster Avenue
Nearby Neighborhoods - Albany Park, Little India, Lincoln Square, and West Ridge

Closed Prices:

$100,000 to $790,000

Median Sale Price:

$360,000

Average $ per sq ft:

$222

Association Fee Ranges:

$150, $135 to $472/mo, $0

Square Footage:

700 to 5700 Sq. Ft.

Type:

Attached Home (Condo, Townhouse, Loft, etc.), Single-Family Home

Year Built:

Current Prices:

$129,900 to $715,000

Quick Facts

Bedrooms:

Bathrooms:

1 to 6 Bedrooms

1 to 5 Bathrooms

1903 to 2021

THE NEIGHBORS

The neighborhood is affordable for students of the National Park University but also has real estate ideal for singles and families.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Collegiate, affluent, fashionable, and family-friendly.

A cultural melting pot of European, Asian, and Hispanic influences.

Influences seen in the area’s architecture and cuisine is due to its long history. North Park appeals to those looking for a quiet lifestyle within the city limits. While the neighborhood is relatively far from the Loop, many residents choose to work in the area and take a personal interest in maintaining the community as a result. Students at North Park University and Northeastern Illinois University also bring a youthful energy to the locale.

THE LIFESTYLE

North Park brings a taste of Sweden to Chicago.

Originally populated by Swedish immigrants, the neighborhood is a blend of cultures and generations today. But you can still find traces of its Swedish roots.

UNEXPECTED APPEAL

Sports fans can watch an evening game at one of the local colleges before continuing the night with pint glasses full of imported ales.

The bars in this area are very community-oriented, so don't be surprised if the staff and patrons know each other by first name. Literary types who have had their fill of European brew may want to attend a poetry reading at one of the local schools or clubs.

THE MARKET

A European aesthetic brought by the neighborhood’s early residents.

The eastern half of North Park is mostly residential, as is Pulaski Park, a pocket neighborhood on the north end. To the west, the neighborhood's parks, nature preserves, and cemeteries take up much of the area, though a few homeowners are fortunate enough to live right next to these green spaces. Many homes in the area reflect a European aesthetic brought by the neighborhood's early residents, and the area as a whole offers a more peaceful way of life than the city's more densely populated areas.

YOU'LL FALL IN LOVE WITH

A diverse natural landscape will appeal to outdoor enthusiasts.

Numerous groves, picnic areas, and green spaces are busy in the summer and peaceful in the winter. The North Park Nature Center, the crown jewel of the area's reserves, offers plenty of opportunities for Chicagoans to explore the woods, attend educational talks, or volunteer their time.

TRANSPORTATION

The Kimball Brown Line terminal is the nearest CTA 'L' station. The Good Counsel Province of the Polish Felician Sisters, as well as Chicago's PBS station, WTTW, are headquartered in this neighborhood. North Park University and Northeastern Illinois University, as well as a Yeshiva, provide concentrated educational resources.

Commuter

ANNUAL FESTIVAL

Winter Solstice Festival

The 25th annual Winter Solstice Festival will commemorate the longest night of the year. Stargaze with The Chicago Astronomer from 5-7:30pm to welcome winter with fun free activities. From 6pm to 7pm, Pyrotechniq, Inc will put on a fire show. Warm up with hot beverages and an outdoor fire. Take in the beauty of the night by walking along trails illuminated by luminaries. All ages are welcome. Parking and admission are both free!

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