Printers Row Townhomes for Sale

Printers Row in Chicago, once a bustling printing and publishing district, now features repurposed lofts and historic buildings, attracting college students and professionals seeking proximity to The Loop. The neighborhood is known for its well-maintained streets adorned with flowers and prompt snow removal. Dining options include upscale Northern Italian cuisine at Sofi and casual meals at Kasey’s Tavern and Roots Handmade Pizzeria, which boasts a retractable glass roof. The Jazz Showcase, a historic jazz club since 1947, offers live music in the Romanesque Dearborn Station. The Printers Row Literary Festival, or “Lit Fest,” is a free outdoor event in early September featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning speakers and kid-friendly activities. Residents enjoy nearby Grant Park, Millennium Park, and the Chicago lakefront, providing ample outdoor entertainment and iconic landmarks like Cloud Gate and Buckingham Fountain. Printers Row Park, with its colorful fountain, offers a local green space. Housing includes New York-style lofts and condos, many converted from old printing houses. The neighborhood is pedestrian-friendly with access to six subway lines, including the Red and Blue Lines, and the Harold Washington Library State station. The area also features a protected two-lane bike path running through the central business district. Schools in the area include the highly rated South Loop Elementary School and Jones College Preparatory High School, recognized for its academic excellence.