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Bridgeport

Bridgeport

$518,308 Average Value
$274 Average Price per Sq Ft
29 Homes For Sale

Bridgeport residents live near retail, recreation and experiences

The Bridgeport neighborhood in Chicago is known for its historic architecture and for being close to the Chicago White Sox's baseball stadium. Buyers can choose from classic single-family homes, condos and newer townhouses near parks, schools and neighborhood businesses. You also have access to nearby expressways and the Chicago Transit Authority's train and bus services. It's easy to get around the neighborhood and all the way to .

The Bridgeport residential neighborhood is minutes from Lake Michigan and downtown Chicago.
The Bridgeport residential neighborhood is minutes from Lake Michigan and downtown Chicago.
Bridgeport is only a few miles from Chicago's city center.
Bridgeport is only a few miles from Chicago's city center.
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Homes range from historic builds to newer construction

Bridgeport has a mix of single-family homes and multiunit properties. You'll see brick bungalows and Italianate-inspired homes with steps that lead to the front doors. There are homes that have been standing since the late 1800s, and you can find newer builds. Prices can start in the upper $100,000s and reach almost $1.8 million, depending on the home size and condition. “Low-rise condominiums are a style you’ll see in the area,” says Realtor Wendy Lee with Exit Realty. “This isn’t a neighborhood defined by high rises. You will see newer townhouses, though.” Prices for condos and townhouses range from the upper $100,000s to the lower $600,000s.

Brick bungalows are seen throughout the Bridgeport area.
Brick bungalows are seen throughout the Bridgeport area.
There are modern condos in the Bridgeport area.
There are modern condos in the Bridgeport area.
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Downtown Chicago is a short trip by train, bus or car

Bridgeport is bordered by the Dan Ryan and Stevenson expressways, and downtown Chicago is around 5 miles away. The drive can take close to 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The Chicago Transit Authority provides extensive service, with the "L" train's Red and Orange Lines connecting the area to downtown and other parts of Chicago. A network of CTA bus routes operates throughout the neighborhood, offering connections to the train lines and other local stops.

Bridgeport is minutes from downtown Chicago and next to the I-55 and I-90 interchange.
Bridgeport is minutes from downtown Chicago and next to the I-55 and I-90 interchange.
The Metra stops at 35th Street and takes residents from Bridgeport to downtown.
The Metra stops at 35th Street and takes residents from Bridgeport to downtown.
Catch CTA buses to get around Bridgeport.
Catch CTA buses to get around Bridgeport.
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Bridgeport has a variety of restaurants on Halsted Street.
Bridgeport has a variety of restaurants on Halsted Street.

Bridgeport residents are moments from restaurants and shops

Bridgeport has a diverse dining scene throughout the community. There are bars, ramen spots and sit-down dinner restaurants. Among all the options, there are popular places like:

  • Franco's Ristorante, a family-owned spot offering handmade pastas and Italian entrees
  • The Duck Inn, a gastropub in a pre-Prohibition tavern known for rotisserie duck and seasonal plates
  • Pancho Pistolas, a Mexican restaurant that serves breakfast burritos, seafood dishes and combo plates
Halsted Street is lined with stores, from the Cermak Fresh Market grocery store to boutiques like Tangible Books. Realtor Grigory Pekarsky, co-founder of Vesta Preferred Realty, highlights the Mariano's grocery store. “[It's] the local grocer, and the type of trend you’ll see here is people shopping for groceries but stopping for a glass of wine, hanging out,” Pekarsky says. “It’s that kind of relaxed experience, like an alternative to Whole Foods.”

Students can choose from public and private schools in the community

The Chicago Public Schools district serves the neighborhood, which is full of schools. Students might attend Holden Elementary School, rated B-minus by Niche, or the Mark Sheridan Math & Science Academy magnet school, rated A-minus. Residents even have private options in the neighborhood, like Bridgeport Catholic Academy, currently unrated.

Residents have room to hike, play and cheer on the White Sox

There are multiple parks across Bridgeport. The two largest are Palmisano (Henry) Park and McGuane (John) Park, which are next to each other. In Palmisano, you can follow nearly 2 miles of walking paths through the wetlands to the fishing pond or the hilltop spot to see the city's skyline. McGuane is a more traditional space, with baseball diamonds, athletic courts and a recreation center with a pool. Some people prefer to spend time indoors at the Chicago Maritime Museum near Bubbly Creek. Baseball fans catch White Sox games at the nearby Rate Field.

Where to go for art and community events in Bridgeport

You might catch up with neighbors during White Sox games, but you can also hang out closer to home with annual events. People get together during:

  • Third Friday Open Studios at the Bridgeport Art Center, a free monthly event where resident artists open their creative spaces to the public
  • Viva La Mujer Market at the Bridgeport Art Center, a vendor festival every March, bringing together local artists and small business owners
  • Full Moon Jam at Palmisano Park, a free gathering in August with live music, dancing and fire performances

A curated pottery exhibit at Bridgeport Art Center is open daily.
A curated pottery exhibit at Bridgeport Art Center is open daily.
Bridgeport Art Center hots an open house every third Friday of the month.
Bridgeport Art Center hots an open house every third Friday of the month.
View different installments every month at the Bridgeport Art Center open house.
View different installments every month at the Bridgeport Art Center open house.
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Transit

Airport

Chicago Midway International

13 min drive

Subway

47Th Street Station (Red Line)

Subway

Halsted Station (Orange Line)

Bus

Archer & Ashland

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Lasalle & 46th Place

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Ashland & 33rd Street

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Halsted & 38th Street

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26Th Street & Normal

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31St Street & Aberdeen

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31St Street & Canal

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
4,760
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,912
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,137
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,262
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
881
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

Average Home Value





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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
41
Median Rent
$1,800
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,650
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,275
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,800
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,800
Median Condo Rent
$1,795
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,750

Demographics

Total Population
33,105
Median Age
39
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,340
Below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$88,041

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
81.9%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
34.9%
Advanced Degrees
13%
% Population in Labor Force
66.6%
On par with the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Very walkable

Walkability®

80 / 100

Good public transit

Transit®

70 / 100
Source: Local Logic
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