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Lincoln Park Real Estate Chicago
Neighborhood Information
Location
The elegant Lincoln Park is located on the North side of the city,
slightly above the Loop. The area falls between Diversey and North, the
Lake and the River. It encompasses the lake front, and includes the
recreation area also known as Lincoln Park. Non-residents tend to focus
on the area near the Lake, but the heart of the neighborhood is along
Fullerton and Halsted.
Community Info / History
Lincoln Park is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Chicago. It
boasts beautiful homes, a great location and plenty of entertainment. If
you are looking to buy or rent a home in a beautiful area outside and
convenient to the Loop, with plenty of exciting places to go and things
happening, Lincoln Park is the place for you. You can easily find
everything you need without ever leaving the neighborhood. Much of the
area is populated by young singles, including a number of college
students, but there are also many young families and some established
residents who have lived in Lincoln Park for years.
Originally, the area which is now known as Lincoln Park included a
number of orchards. In the early 19th century the site on the Lake was
established as a cemetery, and changed to a public park in 1864. At that
time, the surrounding area was not as prosperous as it is now. Thanks to
government funding in the 1970s, Lincoln Park was made into an elegant,
desirable place to buy or rent a home. The Park has been the site of a
number of historic events, including Vietnam War protests. The area also
includes 6 hospitals.
Lincoln Park Real Estate
Lincoln Park homes are primarily small apartment buildings, with prices
ranging from $200,000 to $2 million. Both rental and condominium
buildings are available for new residents. Most of the buildings are
only three or four stories high and one or two apartments wide, with
more high rises near the lakefront. Rent for a one-bedroom is around
$1000 per month, and 2 and 3-bedrooms around $1600. Many of the
buildings have classic charm and a number have also been recently
renovated. Lincoln Park is known for its row houses, which are several
small buildings attached to each other along one block. These buildings
tend to be the most expensive, but there are plenty of real estate
options for those looking to rent for less.
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Transportation
Lincoln Park El stops include Armitage, Diversey and Fullerton on the
Brown Line and Fullerton on the Red and Purple Lines. It takes about 20
minutes to get downtown via train. There are also numerous buses heading
west and north-south, including into the Loop. There is access to the
Kennedy and Lake Shore Drive by car. Driving, you can get downtown in
about ten minutes. There is, however, very little parking available on
the street. On some of the residential streets there is permit-only
parking. Most buildings do not include parking.
Schools
Those who are looking to buy a home in Lincoln Park should know that
there are eight public schools and several parochial schools, plus De
Paul University, which is a focal point of the neighborhood. The schools
include one high school, two magnet schools and a specialized school for
pregnant girls. In general, students at the local schools score very
well on standardized tests and have excellent attendance rates.
Nightlife / Entertainment / Restaurants
Within Lincoln Park, there is an abundance of entertainment. Options
include bars, theaters and restaurants of all types. There is also a
great deal of shopping available. Shops and restaurants range from
national chains to independent options. The restaurants offer a wide
variety of cuisine, including Mexican, Italian, Thai, Chinese,
Mediterranean and domestic in all price ranges. There are a number of
places to spend time relaxing, including coffee shops and tea houses.
Lincoln Park boasts the renowned Steppenwolf and Second City Theaters,
as well as Theater on the Lake, which presents performances during the
summer. Along the lake, there is also a golf driving range and the Peggy
Notebaert Nature Museum.
Festivals / Parks
There are two major parks in the area; the eponymous Lincoln Park which
includes the free Lincoln Park Zoo and the Lincoln Park Conservatory,
and Oz Park, named for the fictional land created by one of Lincoln
Park's former residents. These open-air areas play host to several
special events, which include the free Summer Concert series, the Air
and Water show, Lincoln Park fest, Kids & Kites and the Spring Flower
Show. There are also a number of smaller areas of greenery, including
parks and playgrounds. |
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