Bucktown
19th century workers cottages and upscale contemporaries and condos
Bucktown consists of dense sections of single-family homes and multi-story buildings housing a mix of condos, apartments and businesses. Colorful murals, stylish graffiti and billboards adorn a few buildings, while groups of mature maple and American basswood trees throughout the neighborhood soften its urban look. The housing ranges from the late 19th century to today, and single-family homes mainly consist of contemporary builds and the workers cottages common across Chicago. Bucktown also has timber lofts, which are repurposed industrial buildings holding condos with distinct timber beams across their ceilings. “They have a lot of character. It’s like the quintessential Chicago thing, these timber lofts,” says Samuel Ciochon, a broker with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate. Some of the smallest and oldest homes can run between $600,000 and $800,000, but few costs fall within that range. Most single-family homes cost between $900,000 and $1.8 million. Condos have a wider range of pricing, but the largest units reach around $1 million.
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Bucktown’s ‘super foodie centric’ scene
Bucktown falls into Logan Square, a larger community Ciochon describes as “super foodie centric.” Many eateries here have also livened up the dining scene by turning portions of sidewalks into outdoor patios. The Irazu Costa Rican Restaurant is among several Latin options. Li’l Guys’ patrons enjoy homemade sandwiches in a casual space. Lottie’s Pub serves comfort meals and beers in a space with festive decor. Le Bouchon is a popular French bistro, while those looking to try out Chicago’s famous deep-dish pies can go to My Pi Pizza. Residents looking for late night hangouts will also find many small bars across the neighborhood. TRUCE is a popular spot for cocktails. Olivia’s Market is a small upscale grocery store, but those looking to shop in bulk can go to Costco Wholesale.
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Scenic city views on The 606
One of Bucktown’s main outdoor amenities is The 606, formerly an elevated rail line that is now an inter-neighborhood trail for many walkers, joggers and bikers. Formally called the Bloomingdale Trail, the nearly 3-mile path offers views of the city with scenic overlook points. The space also features many trees, gardens, an observatory and public art installations. “It’s super dog friendly. Everyone brings their dogs on the path, and there’s also two dog parks in the neighborhood, which is crazy,” Ciochon says. The 3-acre Holstein Park is another popular green space, and its amenities include an outdoor Olympic-size pool, a fieldhouse with two gyms and softball and baseball fields. Many here also enjoy walks across the neighborhood, and the streetscape notably provides green-colored lanes for bikers.
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Garden Walk and the Bucktown Arts Fest
Bucktown hosts a Garden Walk every summer, allowing residents to pass through and look at nearly 100 home gardens. Those attending can enjoy beers and listen to live music as they admire some public art. The event also includes a petting zoo. The Bucktown Arts Fest at Holstein Park in August showcases the work of nearly 200 artists. Over the years, pieces have ranged from classical sculptures to a painted portrait of Michael Jordan. The neighborhood is also close to Wicker Park Fest, considered one of Chicago’s most anticipated summer celebrations.
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Extra STEM and language classes at Burr Elementary
Students may start at Jonathan Burr Elementary School, which gets a B-plus from ratings site Niche. The Friends of Burr nonprofit raises funds for the school and helps students access resources not typically covered in its operating budget. These efforts have led to the addition of classes in subjects like music, dance, STEM and Japanese. Students may then attend Pulaski International School, which gets a B-plus and serves students from prekindergarten to eighth grade. Wells Community Academy High School gets a C-plus from Niche. The all-girls Josephinum Academy in neighboring Wicker Park offers a private option and gets an A from Niche.
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L and Metra rail services
The L and Metra rail services each operate stations in the neighborhood. Trains include the L’s Blue Line and Metra’s Union Pacific North and Northwest lines. Additionally, the Chicago Transit Authority provides several bus stops throughout Bucktown. Interstate 90 runs through the middle of the neighborhood, providing a route to downtown Chicago about 5 miles south. The highway also goes to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, about 12 miles west. Bucktown sits about 5 miles north of the Illinois Medical District, one of the largest campuses of its kind in the country. The UI Health university hospital is among the institutions.Important to know
Bucktown has an overall CAP Index crime score of 4 out of 10, putting it on par with the national average.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shawn Jones
Shawn Jones
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 905-8737
93 Total Sales
1 in Bucktown
$592,000 Price
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Erik Schwab
Erik Schwab
Responds QuicklyCorcoran Urban Real Estate
(312) 957-7984
90 Total Sales
1 in Bucktown
$550,000 Price
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Rafay Qamar
Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,064 Total Sales
4 in Bucktown
$265K - $540K Price Range
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Lisa Colby
Lisa Colby
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 628-7513
30 Total Sales
1 in Bucktown
$784,000 Price
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Megan Livatino
Megan Livatino
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 269-8569
104 Total Sales
1 in Bucktown
$750,000 Price
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Lenin Carreto
Lenin Carreto
Luna Realty Group
(708) 894-1787
37 Total Sales
2 in Bucktown
$435K - $950K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
The 606 - Bloomingdale Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Senior Citizens Memorial Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Ehrler (William) Park
- Dog Park
- Volleyball
- Playground
Walsh (John) Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Trails
The Bucktown Green
- Events
- Multi-Purpose Field
Churchill Field Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Trails
Humboldt Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Park No. 529
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Holstein Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Pool
- Volleyball
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
20 min drive
Train
Clybourn Station
Subway
Western Station (Blue Line - O'hare Branch)
Bus
Damen & Fullerton
Bus
Fullerton & Oakley
Bus
Armitage & Wolcott
Bus
Fullerton & Elston
Bus
Armitage & Hoyne
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bucktown | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bucktown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bucktown, Chicago sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bucktown, Chicago over the last 12 months is $480,000, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$480,000
Median Sale Price
$480,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$480,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$359,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
139
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
20%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$290
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,575
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
2000
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,771
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,257
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,334
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
897
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,973 - $3,211 per month
- 1879 North Milwaukee
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 450+ Sq Ft
- 1879 N Milwaukee Ave
- Chicago, IL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,845
Median Age
35
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$142,135
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$169,296
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
81.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.9%
% Population in Labor Force
88.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
94
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
90
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
68
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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