$711,437Average Value$386Average Price per Sq Ft30Homes For Sale
A historic Chicago community close to daily comforts
West Town is a lively community that blends historic charm with modern convenience. Housing options range from renovated 19th-century cottages and Chicago Brownstones to newly built condos. Living here brings you close to West Chicago Avenue's vibrant nightlife and popular restaurants. The neighborhood is also commuter-friendly, with CTA buses and train stations serving most of the area. Highly rated schools and nearby recreational spots, such as Humboldt Park and the United Center Arena, add to the community's appeal.
West Town blends historic charm with modern amenities, creating a vibrant Chicago community.
West Town’s major streets feature bike lanes for safe and convenient urban commuting.
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CTA transit options make commuting convenient
Getting around the city is easy with CTA’s Blue, Green and Pink lines all passing through the neighborhood. Each will take you into downtown Chicago, or you can hop on Interstate 90 and drive the 4 miles into the city center. West Town and the surrounding areas are also served by many CTA bus routes. West Chicago and North Ashland avenues offer connections to nearby communities, including Ukrainian Village and the West Loop. For air travel, commercial flights depart from Chicago Midway International Airport, 10 miles away. Medical care is close to home at Ascension Saint Mary Hospital.
West Town residents depend on bus routes for easy access to downtown and nearby areas.
West Town’s proximity to Metra stations makes commuting across Chicago simple and quick.
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Homebuyers will find a wide selection of housing options
The neighborhood’s residential architecture blends old and new. “The neighborhood has a very residential feel,” says Santiago Valdez, local broker with Compass who has more than two decades of experience. “It has some of the oldest buildings in the city, a low density of units and tree-lined streets that contribute to the relaxed environment.” Renovated mid-19th-century workers’ cottages and Chicago Brownstones share grid-like blocks with sleek modern houses and brick townhomes. Majority of residents rent their homes, with condos and townhomes range in price from the low $200,000s for a one-bedroom unit to $2 million for a recently built 3-bedroom unit. Single-family homes follow a similar price range, although they start slightly higher in the mid-$300,000s.
Two-flat brick homes remain a hallmark of West Town’s historic housing architecture.
Modern condos line West Town’s leafy streets, adding sleek style to the neighborhood.
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West Chicago Avenue and North Milwaukee Avenue cover dining and retail
West Chicago Avenue borders a portion of the community and is one of the area’s hubs for dining. “There are some shops along Chicago Avenue, but it's known for its good eats,” says Jennifer Evans Piet, a local broker with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate who is a native of nearby Wicker Park. Grab a coffee from West Town Bakery, a popular spot known for its American-style breakfast, baked goods and Dark Matter java. You can also immerse yourself in authentic Ukrainian cuisine at Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen while taking in views of historic artifacts. This bustling stretch of road also offers a variety of everyday retailers, from large chains like Mariano’s and Walgreens to local staples like Farmers Price Produce and West Town Market. Big-box stores, including Target and Lowe’s, are located along North Milwaukee Avenue near Wicker Park Commons.
Chicago Avenue in West Town is a favorite spot for locals seeking dining and shopping options.
West Town Bakery is a neighborhood favorite for pastries, coffee, and sweet treats.
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Abundant nightlife is available close to home
Many young professionals reside in West Town, an area close to the bars that make up West Chicago Avenue’s vibrant nightlife scene. Within a mile of the neighborhood, you can:
Visit Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery for a flight of craft beer on the daily happy hour menu
Stop by Beauty Bar Chicago to dance or catch a comedy show
Catch a sports game with a drink and typical pub grub at Cleo’s Bar and Grill
Forbidden Root in West Town serves botanically inspired craft beers on Chicago Avenue.
The Salt Shed near West Town hosts major concerts in a striking industrial setting.
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Students can attend any school in Chicago Public Schools
Chicago Public Schools serves the community and offers a school choice system, allowing students to attend any school within the district. Nearby schools include the top-rated Mitchell Elementary School and highly rated Ogden International High School. “Mitchell Elementary has been a big pull for homebuyers in recent years,” Evans Piet says. Several local private options also dot the community, including highly rated Wolcott College Prep and Holy Trinity High School.
West Town’s Mitchell Elementary School offers strong academics for neighborhood students.
Ogden International has served West Town families with quality education since 1956.
Wolcott College Prep Private High School's historic red brick building in Chicago.
Holy Trinity High School was founded in 1910 by the Brothers of Holy Cross in Chicago.
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Recreation ranges from local parks to United Center Arena game days
One of the many perks of living in West Town is that almost every home is within walking distance of public green spaces, like Superior and Snowberry parks. Humboldt Park, just west, is a major recreation hub. “It’s a beautiful park with a lake and lots of community activities,” Evans Piet says. “There’s a sledding hill there and food trucks always stop by.” On game day, sports fans head to United Center Arena, a mile away, to cheer on the Bulls and Blackhawks. Other nearby attractions include the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art and the Ukrainian National Museum.
Windy City Smokeout brings country music and barbecue flavors to West Town’s United Center.
Eckhart Park in West Town offers basketball courts and sports fields for active families.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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West Town Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Town, Chicago sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in West Town, Chicago over the last 12 months is $650,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Take in some of the best views in the city. This stunning 3 bed, 2 bath top-floor corner unit in an elevator building delivers the perfect mix of space, light, and location. With 11-foot ceilings throughout, the home is flooded with natural light from every angle and showcases sweeping, unobstructed skyline views. Primary bathroom has heated floors! The layout is both functional and spacious,
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Enjoy stunning, unobstructed and protected skyline views from this oversized 1-bedroom condo in a boutique elevator building in the heart of River West. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sleek flat-panel cabinetry, and a peninsula that opens to an extra-wide living room with a cozy gas fireplace and a full wall of south-facing windows, filling the space
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Clean and well maintained 1bed 1bath in River West! Features include hardwood floors, new carpet, fresh paint, in-unit laundry, and private balcony. This unit has drywalled ceilings rather than timber loft beams which are featured in many of the units which allows for improved sound insulation. Unit comes with a 3 x 3 storage cage and deed garage parking space offered for an additional $30,000.
Amazing development opportunity along the rapidly changing Grand Ave. 4800 sq ft double lot with B zoning allowing for many different uses. Easy access to transportation and expressways and situated between West Town and Wicker Park neighborhoods. Multiple new developments going up all around. Area tenants include Publican Quality Bread, Alliance bakery, Friends of Friends and many design and
River West Lofts stands out at the corners of Huron and Sangamon with an impressive 177,000 square feet of residential living. Originally built in 1912, River West Lofts captures the essence of its period with original timber ceilings and exposed brick seamlessly integrating historical landmark status with modern luxury. Curtain wall windows present serene spaces suffused with natural light. Each
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1 bed for rent in the Noble Square neighborhood. The apartment features a large high end kitchen with quartz and stainless steel appliances. Large living area with tall windows and hardwood floors, central heat and air, and laundry in unit. This apartment is in a great location, walk to everything. This space is conveniently located 1 lock from Jewel and the brand new Lowes shopping center. Also
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Available 6/1! Welcome to 851 W Grand, your new haven in the heart of River West! This stylish 2bd/2ba apartment is now up for rent, offering a perfect blend of modern living and urban convenience. Just a stone's throw away from the Fulton Market, transportation hubs, and an array of shops and restaurants, this unit ensures you're at the center of it all. Featuring in-unit laundry, and GE
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