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North Lawndale seeing revitalization
The city of Chicago is dedicating millions of dollars to breathe new life into North Lawndale, a resilient community that played a vital role in the Civil Rights movement and the passage of the Fair Housing Act. “It’s an evolving community, with a lot of growth happening in the area through new construction, new businesses and renovations,” says Tatianna Barnett, a sales associate with Coldwell Banker Realty. “Everyone who lives in the community is looking forward to seeing a better, more improved neighborhood.”
There are signs of a close-knit community all over North Lawndale.
The North Lawndale community is proud of its history.
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Greystones pack the streets
North Lawndale is home to the highest concentration of greystones in the city, with many featuring cornices and spires. Though the early 20th-century homes dominate the area, other options include brick two-flats and A-frame bungalows. Houses with small uniformly square yards are often surrounded by metal or chain link fencing. Price points start around $90,000 for a house needing an overhaul. “It’s a great investment area for buyers,” Barnett says. “The homes are competitively priced compared to other neighborhoods because it’s a growing, improving area.” Most single-family homes sell for $150,000 to $315,000, though multi-family homes with six to seven bedrooms can climb to $800,000.
There are many beautiful greystone homes in North Lawndale Neighborhood.
Many homes in the quaint North Lawndale area sit close together like these Chicago bungalows.
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Easy access to the Metra and the L
Heading into downtown Chicago is made simple by hopping on the Metra Green Line at the Western Avenue station or one of several Pink Line stops on the L. Chicago Transit Authority bus stops are also dotted along 16th Street and Central Park Avenue. Locals driving to the city center take Interstate 290 for nearly 6 miles. Due to North Lawndale’s proximity to the Medical District, Barnett says it’s appealing to professionals who “want to save a little money and be close to work.” The medical district is home to Rush University Medical Center and sits within 4 miles of the neighborhood. The city is working to employ more community members at The Fillmore Center, which will be housed in a vacant building along West Fillmore Street. Fillmore Linen Service is the first business hoping to fill the space, which could bring more than 175 jobs to North Lawndale.
The Central Park Pink Line stop connects North Lawndale to downtown Chicago.
Independence Square runs through the edge of North Lawndale.
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Students attend career-focused schools
Local students are zoned for City of Chicago SD 299. Kindergarten through eighth-grade students may attend Mason, Penn, Johnson, or Herzl Elementary. Mason Elementary earns a C from Niche, while the other three schools receive a C-minus rating. Students may later filter into B-minus-rated Infinity Math, Science & Technology High School, which offers a STEM-infused curriculum. Other schools in the area include Farragut Career Academy High School and Manley Career Academy High School. The former earns a C from Niche, while the latter gets a C-minus. Each of the schools offer work-study apprenticeships. Farragut also has a JROTC program, which operates as a school-within-a-school.
Mason Elementary School has 221 students in North Lawndale.
Farragut Career Academy High School has a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1 in North Lawndale.
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Vibrant local eateries with more to come
Familiar chain stores anchor a small shopping center along West Cermak Road. Just outside the neighborhood’s southwestern corner is an ALDI and Cermak Fresh Market for grocery staples. Foot Locker, Burlington and a Dollar Tree sit within the complex that also houses AMC Cicero 14 for movie nights. To get a feel for North Lawndale’s culinary scene, pay a visit to Soule, a vibrant eatery serving everything from fried salmon jerk pasta to lamb chops. Stop by La Antigua for authentic Mexican cuisine. Plans are in the works to bring more restaurants to the neighborhood through a project called Lawndale Redefined. The multimillion-dollar development will feature an outdoor courtyard edged by an apartment building, small grocery store and two restaurants, one of which will feature a rooftop terrace.
La Catedral is an excellent place to have brunch in North Lawndale.
The Soul Food Lounge has delicious food in a cozy atmosphere in North Lawndale.
Soule has incredible soul food in North Lawndale.
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Neighbors tend to community garden
A once-isolated property just off Old Route 66 is now in full bloom. The Lawndale Triangle Garden was created through efforts made by community leaders, the city and a local nonprofit. Today, neighbors gather in the garden to grow, harvest and share seasonal produce. Between the greystones lining Douglass Boulevard is Independence Square, an outdoor hotspot where people go for walks along paved pathways or relax under the shade of mature maple and elm trees. “In the summer, you’ll see families and friends gathering for barbecues and group picnics on the square,” says Homero Garza, a real estate agent with Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL. Walking east along the trails of Independence Square leads to the more expansive green space of Douglass Park, a popular spot among families because of its three newly renovated playgrounds. Locals can also test their golf skills on the small putting green or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool during the summer months. Tennis and basketball courts, a football stadium and a soccer field offer more outdoor recreation.
There are many trails and signs of natural beauty in North Lawndale.
Despite being an urban neighborhood, North Lawndale is lucky to have an urban farm.
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On average, homes in North Lawndale, Chicago sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in North Lawndale, Chicago over the last 12 months is $225,000, up 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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