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A blend of urban life and beautiful homes on Chicago's north side
Cradled between the eastern banks of the Chicago River and DePaul University's Lincoln Park campus, West DePaul provides its residents with walkable tree-lined streets, proximity to Lincoln Park, and an abundance of nearby amenities and restaurants. Situated 6 miles north of Chicago’s city center, West DePaul is well-loved by college students, families and working professionals. "The DePaul area is super walkable. You'll often see neighbors out walking their dogs or riding their bikes," says local real estate agent Cindi Sodolski with Compass.
West Depauls homes include the modern town homes in the private Hartland Park area.
Various cottage styles can be found on West Depaul's quaint streets.
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Shops and restaurants along the Chicago River
The neighborhood’s west side, along the banks of the flowing Chicago River, brings residents toward a bustling commercial area full of shops and amenities, including Marshall’s, Menards and Bath & Body Works. For a Friday night out, locals can catch the newest blockbuster at Regal Webster Place before enjoying a sit-down meal at one of the surrounding restaurants. Avli Taverna on Wrightwood Avenue serves classic Greek dishes from grilled artichokes and halloumi to seafood orzo and chicken souvlaki. At Bird’s Nest, a short walk southwest, patrons can enjoy classic pub fare like wings, pulled pork nachos and club sandwiches along with a range of craft brew options. This highly walkable urban area also has many bus stops along Ashland Avenue and surrounding streets, making public transit an accessible option as well.
West Depaul is a highly walkable, dog friendly, charming Chicago neighborhood.
Fine dining and craft bev's can be found on West Depauls stretch of Wester Avenue.
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Access to Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan
Residents flock to Wrightwood Park to use its playground and outdoor pool before having a relaxing picnic. The park is also home to numerous sports facilities, including a sand volleyball court, a soccer field, basketball courts and a baseball diamond. Lincoln Park is Chicago's largest public park and only 2 miles away from the neighborhood. The park spans more than 1,200 acres — the size of 900 football fields — and has about 8 miles of hiking and biking trails, ample space for play, two museums and the free Lincoln Park Zoo. Locals can also take the 2-mile drive east to the shores of Lake Michigan, where they can sunbathe on the sand or take a refreshing dip into the lake’s cool waters.
Residents of West DePaul can be found flocking to Wrightwood Park to use its playground and sports courts.
With close proximity to Lake Michigan West Depaul residents take to the Lake Shore path for fun.
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Condos and single-family homes in West DePaul
West DePaul’s charming sidewalk-lined streets feature a range of house styles, from modest worker’s cottages and brick bungalows to modern townhomes with open floor plans and contemporary builds with large, front-facing windows. Many houses in the area feature small, fenced-in front lots, with colorful flower gardens breathing life into the neighborhood. Homes in West DePaul tend to be more expensive than those in surrounding neighborhoods. Two-bedroom condos and townhomes tend to cost between $450,000 and $800,000. Standalone single-family homes start around $1 million and cost up to $4.5 million.
Seated beneath old trees, West Depaul streets are lined with a variety of housing styles.
Luxury living in West Depaul can be found in its many large contemporary homes.
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Top-rated CPS public schools
Local students attend school in the highly rated Chicago Public Schools district. Kids in grades pre-kindergarten through eighth grade can attend Oscar Mayer Magnet School, which receives an A-minus from Niche. Lincoln Park High, which earns an A, offers students a wealth of extracurricular activities to choose from, including clubs centered around gardening, board games, creative writing and music production. DePaul, the nation's largest Catholic university, has been recognized as one of the best universities in the Midwest and is known for its business, arts, technology and communication programs.
Younger learners of West DePaul can attend Prescott Elementary School, home of the wolves, which serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
The St Josaphat School gives West Depaul residents a faith based option for pre-K through 8th grade.
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Six miles from the Loop
West DePaul has dedicated bike lanes on North Southport Avenue and West Fullerton Avenue, but most roads are considered bike-friendly. There's also numerous bus stops throughout the neighborhood. Interstate 90, also known as the Kennedy Expressway, is about 1 mile away. Traffic should be expected along the highway as it connects to Chicago O'Hare International Airport about 13 miles west. The Loop — named after the elevated train tracks that circle the area — is the heart the city and roughly 6 miles from the neighborhood. The closest Chicago Transit Authority subway station is on Fullerton Avenue.
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Parks in this Area
The 606 - Bloomingdale Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Playground
Lincoln Park Zoo
Hamlin Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Wrightwood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Chi Che Wang Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Trebes Park
Playground
Bauler Park
Tennis
Pickleball
Playground
Diversey Driving Range
Schaefer Park
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
22 min drive
Bus
Fullerton & Ashland
Bus
Ashland & Wrightwood
Bus
Cortland & Kingsbury
Bus
Fullerton & Surrey Court
Bus
Diversey & Leavitt
Bus
Fullerton & Lakewood
Bus
Ashland & Fullerton
West DePaul Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West DePaul, Chicago sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in West DePaul, Chicago over the last 12 months is $861,250, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,163
Median Age
35
Population Density
29 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$160,811
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$179,728
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
80.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
91/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
66/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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