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Home to a diverse community and a vibrant local restaurant scene
The village of Avondale began growing at the turn of the 20th century, and thanks to the North Branch Chicago River, which borders Avondale to the east, a number of factories and industries were introduced to the area. The late 1980s welcomed the community’s first Latin settlement, followed by droves of Eastern European immigrants who came to the area following the end of communism a few years later. This led to Avondale receiving its nickname “where Eastern Europe meets Latin America.” As a result, the community has become a comfortable hub for various cultural groups from around the world. Though redevelopment over the last decade has pushed some long-time residents out of the neighborhood, locals aim to maintain its unique feel by supporting long-time businesses. “The community is actively working to preserve the neighborhood’s origins,” says Samantha Wren, former resident and Realtor with Fulton Grace Realty. “When I lived there, I would see people stopping into new bakeries for artisanal bread, then walk to pick up sausage from one of the old Polish Markets.”
After the Great Chicago Fire, Avondale played a key role in rebuilding the city.
Jibaritos Y Mas is a Puerto Rican restaurant and a favorite for Avondale locals.
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Knock some pins with friends at Avondale Bowl.
Nights with friends at Avondale Bowl
Locals have an array of dining choices, including Kurowski Sausage Shop, where customers can choose from a selection of sausages and shop for various Eastern European groceries. Meanwhile, traditional Puerto Rican flavors are explored at Jibaritos Y Mas, a casual walk-up joint. Its wave of new restaurants includes spots like Avondale Bowl off North Milwaukee Avenue. “It’s a hipster vibe that spins records while you bowl,” says Wren. “People even bring in pizza from down the street.” When it’s time to shop, groceries can be picked up from Tony’s Fresh Market or at a number of smaller markets like International Foods Inc, while a Walmart Supercenter serves the area for any retail needs.
The homes of Avondale
Thanks to its established sidewalks, it’s not uncommon to see a neighbor going for a walk through the community. The community’s car-lined streets run parallel to densely placed homes, many of which feature walk-up front doors and porches. The homes present a wide array of architectural styles, from Cape Cods and ranch styles to A-frame two-flat styles, all of which were built throughout the 20th century. Alongside this are newly constructed neo-classical, detached town home-style houses with farmhouse-inspired white exteriors and black metal windows. These free-standing homes range in price from $350,000 to $1.3 million for larger, recently built homes. Also available are condos and town homes blending old Queen Anne-inspired builds with ultra-modern glass-front units. These range in price from $200,000 to $650,000, depending on size and condition.
Avondale homes sit on shaded sidewalks.
A large portion of Avondale homes are Chicago brownstones.
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St. Hyacinth Basilica is a historical landmark and active church in the Avondale community.
Festival Cubano
Residents and locals from around the area gather at Riis Park yearly for the Festival Cubano. Those in attendance celebrate Cuba and Latin America as a whole through cultural music and performances, an array of food vendors and a carnival to catch thrills. Another staple of the area is St. Hyacinth Basilica’s annual Parish Carnival, also home to carnival rides, offering an exploration of Polish foods like sausage, bigos and potato pancakes.
Play some baseball or kickball at the newly built baseball diamond in Kosciuszko Park.
Pick-up games at Kosciuzko Park
Though Avondale Neighborhood Park is relatively small, residents flock to its outdoor pool in the summertime to cool off. At the same time, its spacious playgrounds and open green space for picnics are appreciated year-round. To the south, on the other side of West Diversey Avenue, sits Kosciuszko Park, a popular spot thanks to its turf field for pick-up soccer games and ADA-accessible playgrounds.
Carl Shurz High School is a public school in Chicago serving grades 9-12.
Weekly newsletters from Carl Schurz High School
Children, prekindergarten through 8th grade, can attend classes at Linne Elementary School, which maintains a B rating on Niche, before heading to Carl Schurz High School. The home of the Bulldogs has a C rating and provides weekly, bi-lingual newsletters to keep parents and guardians up to date with student activities and important information.
Avondale commuters can catch bus routes that connect travelers to the rest of Chicago.
Belmont and Addison Stations
The Chicago Transit Authority's Blue Line rail service stops at the nearby Belmont and Addison Stations, offering roughly 25-minute rides into downtown Chicago. Those driving can reach the city along a 7.3-mile commute east via interstates 90 and 94. Travelers headed out of the area can reach their flights at Chicago O’Hare International Airport via I-90 West, about a 10-mile trip. Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital is nearby, an approximately 3-mile drive via North California Avenue, as well as Chamberlain University—Chicago, located off West Roscoe Street.
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Parks in this Area
Brands Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Logan Boulevard Skate Park
Skateboard
Trails
Sacramento Playlot
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Nelson (Andrew) Park
Playground
Avondale Park
Basketball
Pool
Playground
Kosciuszko (Thadeuz) Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Pool
Elston (Daniel) Park
Playground
Logan Square Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
18 min drive
Subway
Belmont Station (Blue Line)
Bus
Belmont & St. Louis
Bus
Kimball & Avondale & Henderson
Bus
California & Roscoe
Bus
Belmont & Francisco
Bus
Belmont & Albany
Bus
Kimball & Newport
Bus
Belmont & Kimball (Blue Line)
Avondale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Avondale, Chicago sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Avondale, Chicago over the last 12 months is $280,000, down 56% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Property Id: 2047217Nestled in the highly sought-after Belmont River Club community in Chicago's vibrant Avondale neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offers comfort, convenience, and scenic charm.Our property offers in home laundry, central heating and air conditioning, and a private upstairs balcony—perfect for relaxing or entertaining with your
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
29,242
Median Age
36
Population Density
37 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$81,433
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,949
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
42.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.9%
% Population in Labor Force
77.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
81/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
72/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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