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A diverse, north Chicago suburb
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 Park is now one of Chicago's most diverse neighborhoods. You'll find West Lawrence Avenue packed with authentic Korean barbecue joints neighboring Mexican bakeries, Middle Eastern grills and a Filipino grocery shop. The area is known for hosting events such as restaurant crawls that encourage both locals and visitors to explore a variety of cuisines.
Murals can be commonly found on buildings in Albany Park.
Albany Park is a neighborhood rich with culture.
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Bungalows and investment opportunities
Albany Park offers primarily low- and mid-density housing options, with single-family detached homes making up half of all residences. The remainder includes a variety of low-rise multiunit buildings. Popular styles in the area are bungalows, large Victorians and Tudors, and there are a few modern structures and Craftsman-style homes as well, with home prices ranging from $150,000 to $1.1 million. "Albany Park is a great spot for investors due to the area's appreciating home prices," says Deborah Hess, a local Realtor with Compass.
Single family homes line the streets of Albany Park.
Newly constructed homes can be found in Albany Park.
Brick bungalows are a common sight throughout Albany Park.
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A multicultural dining experience
Albany Park is the perfect place to take a stroll and discover chill cocktail spots and a seemingly endless array of restaurants. The neighborhood's multicultural makeup lends itself to a unique combination of eateries. A section of West Lawrence Avenue between North Pulaski Road and North Western Avenue is lined with authentic Korean restaurants interspersed with taquerias and Mediterranean grills. It holds the honorary title of Seoul Drive. With so many eateries representing different cultures, it’s no wonder that one of Albany Park’s most popular events among foodies is Flavors of Albany Park, an annual restaurant crawl celebrating locally owned locations. The neighborhood is also known for its artisan pop-up shop series, highlighting local businesses and vendors. During the summer, Albany Park residents take to the streets for Lot Jams, an outdoor summer concert series featuring live music and activities for all ages.
A continued testament to the area’s diversity, one of the neighborhood's most beloved institutions is the award-winning Albany Park Theater Project, which has produced original plays highlighting immigrant and first-generation experiences since 1997.
Salam Restaurant serves middle eastern favorites in Albany Park.
Albany Park has a great selection of Korean restaurants.
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Fresh air along the Chicago River
Living in the city doesn't mean you lose access to nature. Albany Park is a top neighborhood for outdoor enthusiasts, bordering vast green spaces and the North Branch of the Chicago River. River and Ronan parks are home to more than 30 acres of green space at the neighborhood's eastern edge, including a playground, wildlife habitat, riverside walking path, canoe launch and sports facilities. "River Park is a wonderful Park," says Hess. "They have a great field house, summer camps and programs for kids and adults."
Drake Gardens in Albany Park offers residents walking paths.
Walk along the paths found in Drake Gardens in Albany Park.
Tennis lovers can play a game with neighbors in Albany Park.
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Challenging educational programs
Chicago Public Schools serves the Albany Park neighborhood, and young learners can attend Haugen Elementary School and ASPIRA Haugen Middle School, which earn overall Niche grades of C-plus and C-minus, respectively. Local high schoolers may attend Theodore Roosevelt High School, which was established in 1922. The school offers multiple programs to challenge students, including dual language and career and technical education, and earns above-average ratings from Niche in the categories of teachers, diversity, and clubs.
Albany Park students can attend Haugan Elementary School.
Haugan Elementary School serves students in grades K-5 in Albany Park.
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Travel along the Brown Line
Albany Park sports numerous Chicago Transit Authority Brown Line train stations and bus stops, so there are multiple options if you want to venture out to other neighborhoods or commute to downtown Chicago. "Most residents of Albany Park are within walking distance from one of the three Brown Line stops we have here," Hess says. With proximity to Interstates 90 and 94, drivers also have easy access to the downtown area, the surrounding suburbs and beyond.
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Albany Park is so friendly, and it is well kept. People enjoy the resources and are active around the neighborhood. There are many kids, so it is full of life and events. I grew up in Albany Park and rarely had a bad experience. The schooling, stores, services, and restaurants are wonderful, and has near by transportation.
3.0Niche User
2/15/2016Niche Review
There's different types of housing to chose from, there's a lot of apartments, houses and some condos too. cost of housing is reasonable.
4.0Current Resident
5/17/2018Niche Review
Quiet and beautiful. But it needs more shops and restaurants. There is a few colleges in the area so there are a good amount of people but the amount of things to do in the area needs to increase.
5.0Current Resident
8/27/2024Niche Review
Albany park is very diverse. You will find many restaurants from different cultures. Albany park is LGBT friendly. Albany park is the melting pot of chicago.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Albany Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Albany Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Albany Park, Chicago sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Albany Park, Chicago over the last 12 months is $315,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This classic brick residence has been thoughtfully transformed from a multi-unit into a spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath single-family home that perfectly blends historic charm with modern updates. Sitting on an extra-wide 30ft lot and tucked on a tree-lined street, this home offers an inviting layout and stylish finishes throughout. Inside, tall ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors create a bright,
Beautifully updated and spacious condo that feels like home. East Albany Park and 1 block from Ravenswood Manor. Highly desirable layout in a vintage building. Newer white kitchen (2019) with Quartz countertops and SS appliances, remodeled primary bath with tub new in 2023, newer w/d (2021), furnace and a/c (2020). Hardwood floors throughout, eating area for the kitchen with attached hutch,
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Welcome to an Albany Park gem! Fall in love with this modern bright and spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo featuring hardwood floors, gorgeous European kitchen cabinets with glass inlay, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances and whirlpool tub. Open-concept layout with in-unit laundry for added convenience. Prime location, walk to Brown Line, across from parks and North Branch of Chicago
Great investment opportunity !! Legal 3 flat located on quite cul-de-sac in sought after Albany Park, known for its strong rental market. Featuring 3 spacious unit. 1st and 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath and garden apartment features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. All units with separate utilities and HVAC system including first and second floor with central AC. Tenants are on a month to month
Introducing this fully renovated, move-in ready raised first-floor condo in the heart of Albany Park. This unit offers brand-new kitchen and bathrooms, updated fixtures, fresh paint, hardwood flooring, newer stainless steel appliances, and in-unit laundry. All major mechanicals-including the furnace and water heater-are new or recently replaced, ensuring low maintenance for years to come.
Newer building with luxury flooring in living and kitchen areas carpeted bedrooms, ceramic flooring in bathrooms, granite kitchen counter tops, ceramic tile back splash in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, over the stove microwave, sliding patio door to a private balcony, Washer and dryer in unit, large balcony. Garage space with bicycle storage for each parking space for $200 per
Stunning, light-filled condo in pristine condition 4 bed 2 bath! Spacious floor plan w/eat in kitchen, elegant LR . Beautiful, newly refinished hdwd flrs thru-out, granite countertops, S/S appliances, In-unit laundry, private deck & balcony. Pets at the Owner's discretion with a $ 50.00 pet rent PM upon approval. There is a one-time non-refundable Move-in fee of $ 750.00 in lieu of no Security
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