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Southport Corridor

Southport Corridor

$1,012,642 Average Value
$454 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

Southport Corridor is known for its dining scene

Southport Corridor is named for the stretch of restaurants and shops along Southport Avenue. You’ll live within walking distance of local eateries, boutiques and shopping centers with well-known chains. The neighborhood is also still close to games and concerts at Wrigley Field, and local theaters and music venues also add to the music scene. Still, Southport Corridor isn’t crawling with tourists the way Wrigleyville and Lakeview East are. The residential streets are home to more longtime residents and fewer rentals, making it feel more like a neighborhood than other parts of Lakeview.

Southport Corridor is known for its ample shopping, access to transit, and restaurant scene.
Southport Corridor is known for its ample shopping, access to transit, and restaurant scene.
Southport Corridor has a local vibe that is less touristy than it's neighboring areas.
Southport Corridor has a local vibe that is less touristy than it's neighboring areas.
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Southport Avenue is the place to go for local businesses

“It’s a mix of one-off boutiques local to Chicago and chains,” says broker Juliana Yeager with Christie’s International Real Estate and longtime Lakeview resident. “There’s J. Crew and Abercrombie, but then you’re going to get cute little boutiques like Alice and Wonder.” Some favorite local restaurants include:

  • Little Goat Diner, for brunch and a cozy atmosphere
  • Tuco and Blondie, for Tex-Mex and a comfy outdoor patio
  • Crosby's Kitchen, for Midwestern comfort food, like cornbread skillets
  • Coda di Volpe, for Southern Italian and an intimate environment
“Of course, we have a Starbucks in there, too,” Yeager says. Shopping centers along Southport and throughout the neighborhood also offer grocery stores like Jewel-Osco and Walmart Supercenter, also located within walking distance.

For a family brunch, residents enjoy Crosby's Kitchen's comfort food and tasty cocktails.
For a family brunch, residents enjoy Crosby's Kitchen's comfort food and tasty cocktails.
Alice & Wonder is a boutique shop specializing in contemporary women's apparel and home accents.
Alice & Wonder is a boutique shop specializing in contemporary women's apparel and home accents.
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Historic and comtemporary homes with rooftop decks

Historic Victorians and brownstones line the streets in Southport Corridor, though there’s a contemporary model in there every now and then. “It’s much more residential than other neighborhoods. All the streets are single families with a sprinkle of condos,” Yeager says about the western side of the neighborhood. “There’s hardly any rentals anymore because everything’s getting scooped up by developers.” Condos are still common here, housed in brick low- and mid-rise buildings situated closer to Southport Avenue. Some two- and three-flats are available, though less common. Most single-family homes and condo complexes have rooftop decks or balconies.

Mid-rise condos sit above shops in Southport Corridor.
Mid-rise condos sit above shops in Southport Corridor.
Contemporary homes make the occasional appearnce between Southport Corridor's hisotric builds.
Contemporary homes make the occasional appearnce between Southport Corridor's hisotric builds.
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Southport Corridor is as affordable as nearby neighborhoods

Southport Corridor’s affordability is on par with nearby communities. The neighborhood’s median housing price is about $760,000, which is about $10,000 more than Lakeview and $50,000 more than Roscoe Village. The low- and mid-rise condo complexes range from the upper $200,000s to the upper $300,000s, though the rare contemporary two-flats can be as much as the low $600,000s. Single-family homes typically range from $1 million to $2.2 million. The benefit of choosing Southport Corridor over Lakeview is the same access to the restaurants and shops along Southport Avenue, but a slightly quieter vibe brought by distance from Wrigleyville and Lincoln Park.

Walking to Wrigleyville or other local venues

The proximity to Wrigley Field is a big plus, so you can avoid game-day traffic and walk to Cubs games. “You can hear the concerts in a lot of the houses in Southport, and that’s a big selling point over there,” Yeager says. “They have these rooftop decks, and you can have listening parties.” Other entertainment venues in and around Southport Corridor include:

  • Schubas Tavern, a small music venue supporting indie musicians
  • Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, a historic theater showing plays, musicals and dance performances
  • Music Box Theater, a historic movie theater specializing in indie, international and silent films
More venues are also located nearby in Lakeview and Lakeview East.

Wrigley Field pays homage to important players with gorgeous statues near Southport Corridor.
Wrigley Field pays homage to important players with gorgeous statues near Southport Corridor.
The historic Music Box Theatre debuts a fresh rotation of shows at its iconic Southport location.
The historic Music Box Theatre debuts a fresh rotation of shows at its iconic Southport location.
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Top-rated public schools located within walking distance

Southport Corridor is part of Chicago Public Schools, a school choice district with several top-rated public schools located within the neighborhood. Blaine Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School are both K-8 fine arts magnets. Burley Elementary School is another public magnet that instead focuses on literature, writing and technology.

Burley Elementary School is the go to choice for Southport Corridor kids.
Burley Elementary School is the go to choice for Southport Corridor kids.
Hamilton Elementary School scores an A- on Niche.com.
Hamilton Elementary School scores an A- on Niche.com.
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Southport Corridor's walkability and accessibility

Sidewalks and nearby amenities like restaurants, grocery stores, schools and entertainment venues mean you don’t need a car when getting around Southport Corridor. Lincoln, Belmont and Southport avenues all have bike lanes, and there are also Divvy bike share stations throughout the neighborhood. Buses along Belmont and Addison are another option. The one thing Southport Corridor residents might not be able to walk to is Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan, located about 2 miles away, when other Lakeview neighborhoods are closer and more accessible.

Commuter options in Southport Corridor

Commuters have some options in Southport Corridor, but not as many as other Lakeview neighborhoods. The Brown Line makes several stops in the neighborhood, and heads to The Loop, taking about 40 minutes. Additional L options like the Purple and Red lines are next door in Lakeview. Cars can get downtown in about 20 minutes, but Southport Corridor is also farther from Lake Shore Drive, a major highway and commuter route on this side of Chicago.

Residents can take the L at Southport station to be downtown in 40 minutes.
Residents can take the L at Southport station to be downtown in 40 minutes.
The L trains Brown Line runs through Southport Corridor and connects to the rest of Chicago.
The L trains Brown Line runs through Southport Corridor and connects to the rest of Chicago.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Chicago Midway International

24 min drive

Subway

Paulina Station

Bus

Ashland & Diversey

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Ashland & Belmont & Lincoln

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Addison & Greenview

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Diversey & Paulina

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Ashland & Addison

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Addison & Lincoln

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Diversey & Greenview

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Southport Corridor US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,938
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1990
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,947
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,376
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,280
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
892
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
463
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 11
    11:30am - 1pm

    2846 N Southport Ave Unit 2N, Chicago, IL 60657

    $649,995

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,600 Sq Ft
    • 2846 N Southport Ave
    • Unit 2N
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome to this exceptional extra-wide 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in a chic boutique elevator building, offering a bright, open floor plan perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features beautiful cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, granite countertops, and abundant storage. The expansive living area is anchored by a wood-burning,

    Matt Laricy Americorp, Ltd

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    1 - 3pm

    3323 N Paulina St Unit 3D, Chicago, IL 60657

    $349,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,050 Sq Ft
    • 3323 N Paulina St
    • Unit 3D
    • New 3 days ago

    Welcome to 3323 N. Paulina St #3D...Spacious and inviting convertible 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo with a versatile layout and thoughtful design. A gracious entry with a vintage-style library ladder opens to an oversized living/dining area with high ceilings-perfect for entertaining. Renovated kitchen features two-tone cabinetry, quartz countertops, new tile, stainless steel appliances, and a

    Mario DiLorenzo Keller Williams ONEChicago

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  • Saturday, Apr 11
    11am - 1pm

    1624 W Grace St Unit 3, Chicago, IL 60613

    $464,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,100 Sq Ft
    • 1624 W Grace St
    • Unit 3
    • New 3 days ago

    Top-floor 2-bed, 2-bath home in the highly sought-after Blaine Elementary district. Bright and well-appointed, this home features a spacious modern kitchen with Fisher & Paykel stainless steel appliances, dual drawer dishwasher, built-in microwave, range hood, and granite countertops. Hardwood floors run through the main living areas, complemented by solid-core doors and in-unit washer/dryer.

    Phil Byers Compass

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
183
Median Rent
$2,650
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,698
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$6,950
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,438
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$4,398
Median Condo Rent
$2,695
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,850

Demographics

Total Population
17,382
Median Age
34
Population Density
36 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$146,263
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$177,230

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
84.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
86.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Exceptionally friendly

Walk Score®

100 / 100

Very friendly

Transit Score®

80 / 100
Source: Local Logic
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Southport Corridor
Crystal Banks
Landstar Realty Group, Inc.
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