Safest Neighborhoods in Chicago, IL

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  West Graceland

  Graceland West, located just west of Graceland Cemetery, sits conveniently close to Uptown and Lake Michigan on Chicago’s North Side. The breeze off the lake can sometimes bring the aromas of the arboretum into the neighborhood – “Our scent would be something green-ish, we’re a neighborhood of heavy greenery,” says Sarah Maxwell, Broker at

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    $1.11M

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    $247K - $3.5M

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  Saint Bens

  Primarily residential, the tightly-packed neighborhood of St. Ben's in Chicago’s North Center sits with one foot in the past and another stepping towards the future. Towering over the north end of this neighborhood is Saint Benedict Catholic Church, an anchor of the neighborhood since 1918, when German Catholic families first founded the parish on

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    $1.10M

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    $284K - $3.1M

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    8 Listings

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  Horner Park

  The yellows, browns and purples of golden alexander, cattails and giant purple hyssops line the banks of the Chicago River as it cuts through Horner Park. “There’s a path that meanders along the river where they’ve cleaned up along the bank, which makes it more accessible. It’s nice over there,” says Rob Munds, Realtor with Jameson Sotheby’s

  • Average Value

    $937K

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    $248K - $2.1M

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    3 Listings

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  Bowmanville

  Once a largely unknown Chicago neighborhood, Bowmanville has become a real estate hot spot because of its outstanding schools. “People move here specifically to be in the public school district,” says realtor Jeff Graves with @properties, who has lived in the neighborhood since 2004 and served on the Bowmanville Community Organization since 2005.

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    $737K

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    $209K - $1.5M

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    3 Listings

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  Gold Coast

  Developed in the late 19th century by a handful of Chicago’s most elite families, the Gold Coast has certainly retained its grandeur over the decades. “It’s a fabulous location just north of the city, right along the lake,” says Cyd Archer, a 30-year resident and Broker with @properties, the city's number one brokerage. “You’ve got older buildings

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    $666K

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    $180K - $7.1M

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    167 Listings

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  Sauganash

  It may seem like a paradox, but it’s Sauganash. “The great thing about it is that it’s literally considered a suburb within the city,” says Steve Porter, a real estate agent with Redefined Residential, who specializes in the area. Located within the northern cusp of city limits, Sauganash offers buyers a suburban feel at a lower price point than

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    $637K

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    $420K - $2.4M

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    15 Listings

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  Irving Park

  Murals of farmland, railroads and historic homes point to Irving Park’s roots in Chicago. Development in the area predates the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which eventually drove more people to Irving Park as city infrastructure was reformed. Character-rich homes, spacious parks and locally owned restaurants bring the neighborhood to life and give

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    $637K

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    $224K - $1.4M

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    6 Listings

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  Wildwood

  Sitting alongside the north branch of the Chicago River and surrounded by nature preserves and forested woodlands, Wildwood has a reputation for providing residents with a country-living lifestyle that is removed from city noise. This secluded retreat is within the Forest Glen Community Area and is 15 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, offering

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    $617K

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    $426K - $1.1M

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    6 Listings

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  Edgebrook

  “We’re the suburb in the city,” says Jan Kupiec, Realtor with Baird & Warner Edgebrook and resident for 30 years. “It’s a small close-knit community; you know most of your neighbors.” At the same time, it’s one of the first tastes of nature as people travel outwards from the heart of Chicago. It’s a combination that makes Edgebrook a highly

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    $597K

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    $334K - $1.3M

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    4 Listings

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  Albany Park

  Located near the city's northern boundary, Albany Park offers residents easy access to downtown Chicago without the hustle of living in the city center. Charming bungalows, large Victorians and a collection of multiunit housing punctuate quiet, tree-lined streets and ample green spaces. Developed in 1893 and named after Albany, New York, Albany

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    $511K

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    $163K - $1.2M

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    35 Listings

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  O'Hare

  Whether they’re hopping on the Blue Line train for their morning commute, running errands in Park Ridge or exploring the vast forest preserve next door, O’Hare residents can count on one common factor: the roar of jet planes overhead. This Chicago community area is just 4 miles east of its namesake, Chicago O’Hare International Airport. "I’ve

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    $504K

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    $135K - $1.5M

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    21 Listings

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  North Park

  As a neighborhood with abundant parkland on the north side of Chicago, it’s no wonder how North Park got its name. The community is home to nature lovers who like to live in the city and draws residents with its expansive metropolitan parks like the North Park Village Nature Center. Realtor Debbie Arcabascio of Baird & Warner Edgebrook is a

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    $502K

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    $141K - $1.1M

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    14 Listings

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  Edison Park

  As Chicago's furthest northwest neighborhood, Edison Park is the most suburban a buyer can get while still being in the city. The neighborhood has a mix of single-family and multi-unit housing, accommodating a range of budgets and lifestyles, and enjoys the walkability of city living with the quiet serenity of suburbia. Its neighborhood Metra

  • Average Value

    $499K

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    $165K - $1.2M

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    17 Listings

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  North Mayfair

  Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, North Mayfair residents live in a sea of colorful Chicago bungalows with a diverse selection of aesthetic styles. Despite being a more suburban area of the city, these walkable streets are full of culture, close to unique restaurants, and next to one of the area's most notable nature parks. North

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    $470K

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    $155K - $744K

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    5 Listings

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  Norwood Park

  Norwood Park, a Chicago community center on the far north side of the city, is made up of several smaller communities, including historic Old Norwood Park, Oriole Park and others. With several annual festivals, its large namesake park and direct transportation options to downtown, the neighborhood balances suburban comfort and community without

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    $449K

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    $170K - $1M

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    28 Listings

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  Jefferson Park

  In Jefferson Park, everything is about community. Though the neighborhood spans across the Interstate and is home to over 26,000 people, residents in Jefferson Park come together for local events at the park and stay for generations. “A lot of people who grew up here end up coming back to the neighborhood,” says Realtor Edith Schell and Jefferson

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    $427K

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    $185K - $922K

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    30 Listings

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  Portage Park

  Sitting in the heart of Chicago’s Northwest, Portage Park is defined by skinny one-way side streets lined with on-street parking under shady oak and maple trees. “We’ve got an abundance of parking!” says Jan Robertson, resident of Portage Park and Realtor of 40 years specializing in the neighborhood. “People move away from the city because Portage

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    $427K

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    $175K - $880K

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    35 Listings

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  Beverly

  Beverly, sometimes known as Beverly Hills, is perched on the highest geographical point in the Chicago area, known as the Blue Island Ridge – which takes its name from the blue wildflowers that once flourished there. Caroline Conners, director of the Morgan Park Beverly Hills Business Association, says that proximity to nature continues to be a

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    $425K

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    $150K - $1.1M

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    32 Listings

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  Schorsch Forest View

  With miles of untouched wilderness within reach, Schorsch Forest View locals are accustomed to a nature-oriented lifestyle in their own backyard. The community is known as, “the little suburb in the city,” combining a suburban-like environment with urban accessibility and abundant outdoor recreation. Schorsch Forest View was developed in the

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    $416K

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    $92K - $732K

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    7 Listings

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  Schorsch Village

  Schorsch Village is an established suburb with an eclectic collection of single-family homes and an active community center dating back to the mid-1900s. “We bought our home here in 1996, and I’d say this is one of the few communities in the Chicago area that has really tried to continue a relationship among the neighbors that live here,” says

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    $394K

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    $229K - $762K

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    8 Listings

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  Irving Woods

  Surrounded by green space and just a few miles from O’Hare, Irving Woods features houses lined on quiet streets, making it ideal for people looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while never being too far. “City workers can commute,” says Broker Lester Zielinksi with Chicagoland Brokers, Inc. “It’s a quick drive to Highway 90.” Back

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    $381K

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    $200K - $775K

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    7 Listings

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  Belmont Terrace

  Widely and affectionately known as the “P Streets,” Belmont Terrace is the smallest subdivision of the Dunning neighborhood in northwest Chicago. With busy parks, peaceful residential streets and a community rooted in family, Belmont Terrace is an excellent choice for those who want to be in the city but still want that small-town feel. “Many

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    $379K

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    $201K - $521K

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    2 Listings

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  Belmont Heights

  Situated in Chicago’s northwest suburbs, Belmont Heights might seem easy to overlook. Its gridded residential streets of cottages and bungalows are comparatively quiet to the bustling Harlem Avenue, lined with Chicagoland’s classic Italian eateries. But a deeper look into the community reveals a wealth of opportunity for both investors and

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    $371K

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    $201K - $788K

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    8 Listings

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  Dunning

  Locally-owned restaurants and expansive shopping are some perks residents receive when living in the Dunning neighborhood. The quieter area is on Chicago’s northwest side, 15 miles from the Chicago Loop. While residents are still in the city, they get suburban tranquility through its walkable tree-lined streets and quiet nights. “The Dunning

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    $368K

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    $163K - $750K

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    2 Listings

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  Garfield Ridge

  Once considered the rural outskirts of the city, Garfield Ridge transformed into one of the core communities of the far southwest side of Chicago with the arrival of Midway International Airport in 1927 and Interstate 55 in 1956. The resulting build-up of businesses and amenities created a lifestyle more akin to life in the suburbs for

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    $335K

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    $187K - $669K

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    55 Listings

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