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Fun neighbors in eclectic Uptown region
Buena Park is a smaller area of Chicago’s Uptown, known for its walkability and access to dozens of local restaurants and nightlife. “It has a different type of feeling. Buena Park is a great location. It has great access to the lake,” says Dan Hellweg, President of Buena Park Neighbors. “It’s not too on top of each other, but it’s not spread out.” Besides being an eclectic area, it’s a diverse demographic. “It’s the energy and the attention of the neighbors,” Hellweg says. “They show up, and they’re engaged with the community. They appreciate the community and want to give to the community. It’s nice to have neighbors like that.”
Lake Shore Drive high-rise condos in Buena Park offer lake views and modern amenities.
Luxury condos near Buena Park’s lakefront combine gated lawns with upscale living.
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Queen Annes and Chicago brick bungalows
While the area is primarily high-rise condominiums, the single-family houses available have Chicago-style brick exteriors. “As you get closer to the lake, you have homes developed 100 years ago, mainly single families and condos,” Hellweg says. “One of the blocks has mansions. We have more six-unit places usually split three by three.” Architecturally, there are bungalows, Queen-Annes, and prairie style that add to its architectural charm. A simple one-bedroom high-rise can cost around $150,000. Condos among six-unit brick properties can be $600,000. The detached single-family bungalows can reach over $1 million.
Brick bungalows in Buena Park showcase classic Chicago architecture and historic charm.
Queen Anne homes in Buena Park add architectural elegance to this historic Chicago neighborhood.
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Diverse upscale and casual cuisine
“We have a good, diverse selection, whether you want something nicer or casual to catch the game and watch the Bears play,” Hellweg says. For more upscale dining, the Reservoir is the neighborhood favorite. Their crafted cocktails are paired with flatbreads, sandwiches and salads. Catch the game or have a casual happy hour at Michael’s Original Pizzeria and Tavern on Broadway. Their beer selection is paired with authentic Chicago-style pizza. North Buena Deli and Wine is the neighborhood staple for a quick sandwich. Up north on Broadway is where weekly grocery hauls can be done at the nearby Aldi or Target.
North Buena Deli features an extensive wine selection for Buena Park locals and visitors.
The Breakfast House is a Buena Park staple for hearty breakfasts and casual morning dining.
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Parks for the pets and the people
Buena Park is known for its walkability and easy connections to many city parks. “You have outdoor recreation to the lakefront of Lake Michigan,” Hellweg says. “Everything is relatively within walking distance. The furthest walk for someone is 10 minutes or so. There’s a golf course. Montrose Harbor is there for boating.” Buena Circle Park is one park on the west end that carries a smaller playground, and just adjacent to this is the Challenger Bark Park. Four-legged children can enjoy the drinking fountain or swim in the pool in warmer months. Take an afternoon bike or jog along the 18-mile Lakefront Trail. Golfers can get a round of nine holes in at the Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course. Montrose Beach is in the northeast neighborhood. Spend the summer months lying on the brown sands or playing fetch with the dog on the dog beach. Residents also like to walk around the Graceland Cemetery, a hidden gem that is the resting spot for several city figures.
Lakefront Trail near Buena Park provides scenic paths for biking, jogging, and lakefront views.
Marovitz Golf Course and Lakefront Trail near Buena Park offer recreation with city views.
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Monthly neighborhood happy hours
“We just recently did a neighborhood ugly sweater bar crawl. We go to all the local bars in our ugly sweaters,” Hellweg says. “We have a block party in the summer, where residents and businesses come out. Booena, that’s on Halloween. Halloweentown style where we close Kenmore Ave and kids trick or treat and decorate.” Other opportunities to meet neighbors include monthly happy hours, which are held at one of several bars nearby.
STEM based lectures
Most Buena Park students attend Brennemann Elementary, which covers grades kindergarten through eighth grade. The B-minus school sits on the northeast end. The Walt Disney Magnet School is another option and rates a B-plus on Niche. Kindergarten through eighth-grade students have fine arts and technology mixed in with their curriculum. Lake View High School holds a B-minus on Niche. This school is an early college STEM school, enabling students to earn dual credit.
Walt Disney Magnet School in Buena Park blends fine arts and technology for K–8 students.
Brennemann Elementary serves Buena Park families with a strong community and STEM programs.
Lake View High earns a B-minus rating, serving Buena Park with diverse academic programs.
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Red line to the city and the suburbs
To get around Chicago, the major Red Line CTA metro stops of Wilson and Sheridan can be found north and south of the neighborhood, respectively. Those who need to head into the suburbs can hop on the Metra from there. The neighborhood also carries several bus stops along the main drags.
Sheridan Red Line station connects Buena Park commuters to downtown Chicago and beyond.
Active bus routes in Buena Park make commuting easy throughout Chicago’s Uptown area.
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Buena Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buena Park, Chicago sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Buena Park, Chicago over the last 12 months is $278,750, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perched on the 21st floor, this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence at The Waterford offers sweeping views of Lake Michigan, Montrose Harbor, and the park from an expansive wraparound balcony. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light, highlighting hardwood floors throughout the main living areas and a generous, functional layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The
RARE high-floor one bedroom residence at The WaterFord offering views of Lake Michigan, Montrose Harbor, Lincoln Park and the golf course. This large (appox 950 sq feet) and spacious home features hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas and large windows that fill the home with natural light. The kitchen includes stone countertops, wood cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The
Welcome Home to this bright and beautifully updated 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath condo in a charming, rehabbed six-unit vintage building in the heart of historic Buena Park. This East/West-facing home is filled with natural light from two stunning bay windows and features tall ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. The open living and dining layout offers an ideal space for both everyday living and
Discover this west-facing 1-bedroom, 1-bath home at 4343 N Clarendon Ave, perfectly situated in the sought-after Buena Park neighborhood! The unit features several recent upgrades, including a modern kitchen faucet, updated kitchen lighting, new shelving in the bathroom, a rain shower head with an adjustable extension arm, a newly installed barn door, and brand-new carpet in the bedroom-creating
West facing Buena Park one bedroom condo with fantastic sunset and neighborhood views. This unit offers generous room sizes that can easily provide for multiple layouts of furniture. 4343 Clarendon has 24-hour door staff, party room, outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, dry cleaners and large common patio and outdoor grill. Just 1 block from Lake Michigan, Montrose beach, golf course, dog park,
Buena Park 1 bed/1 bath condo in a full-amenity building, with 24-hour doorperson, exercise facilities, deck/grill area, and rooftop pool. Unit features stainless steel appliances, huge living room, oversized bedroom, hardwood floors in living room and hallways, and plenty of closets. Close to the lake, Montrose Beach/Park, and CTA Red Line station. Ideal neighborhood with great shops and
Views of Uptown from both living room and one bedroom of a 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms condo. Opened kitchen concept leads it into the dinning and living room with afternoon natural light. Well maintained unit, updated bathrooms completed with luxury fittings by GROHE, stainless still appliances, track lighting in the kitchen and living room. Mush see to appreciate! LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION. Short
Architectural Pedigree meets Modern Luxury in Buena Park! Live inside a piece of Chicago history in this high-floor residence at The Boardwalk, designed by the legendary Stanley Tigerman. This home masterfully marries mid-century bones with a sophisticated open-concept redesign. The heart of the home is a stunning chef's kitchen that flows seamlessly into the living area via an expansive
Discover this stunning east-facing balcony residence at Imperial Towers, showcasing breathtaking lake views and an unbeatable lakeside location. This spacious 900-square-foot one-bedroom home offers generous closet space, including an entire wall of closets in the bedroom. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar, while the bathroom has
Prime opportunity to own an updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo just a half block away from the lake. This bright second-floor unit is located in a well-maintained elevator building and features brand-new luxury flooring throughout, updated kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances and all new custom window treatments, with an updated bathroom featuring a new vanity and freshly updated wallpaper
Current owner's note of $296K may be assumable at 4.99% - contact listing agent for details. Northwest CORNER TIER of the building, this gem features floor to ceiling windows with spectacular views of the the lake, park, and skyline to impress all of your friends!! Cook's kitchen with granite counter-tops, stainless steel appliances, and lots of cabinets. Hardwood floors throughout. Newer floors,
Enjoy the beauty of lakefront living with this exceptional 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo with updated features throughout the entire unit. The living space boasts new flooring and paint. The kitchen has been updated with a new dishwasher, stove, and backsplash. The spacious primary bedroom boasts an en suite bathroom. This intimate and well-managed hidden gem of a building includes a new exercise
Fully rehabbed 1 bedroom 1 bathroom condo with stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops, new cabinets, open concept kitchen, new floors and new electrical panel and wiring, located on a quiet street one block from the lake and close to many entertainment venues. Secured fob entrance with camera. Laundry and storage in the building, with roof deck and bbq. All utilities are included in
Move-in-ready studio residence offering an excellent blend of modern finishes, a flexible open layout, and truly standout lakefront views. The entry leads into a bright, expansive living space featuring wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring, crisp white walls, and oversized windows that flood the home with natural light while showcasing sweeping northeast views of Lake Michigan and the lakefront park.
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Choosing The Montrose means choosing a life of adventure. This stand-out apartment community in Chicagos historic Uptown neighborhood has been given fresh energy over the last year, with the addition of brand new studio and one bedroom apartments that we call the Modern Flats. The Montrose Modern Flats feature chic euro style cabinets, slate black stainless steel appliances, under-mount sink,
Vintage East Lakeview studio/1 bath with gas and heat included. Tons of closets. Parking available. Cat-friendly w/ one-time fee. No pet rent. Photos may be of a similar unit. Lease must end 4/30/26 or later.
Welcome to 4180 Marine Terrace Apartments, located in the vibrant Buena Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. This lakefront highrise offers stunning views of Lake Michigan and is just steps away from the popular Montrose Dog Beach and harbor. The building features a fitness center, pet-friendly policy, and convenient laundry facilities. In 2025, new elevators and a roof deck will be added for
LAKE VIEWS from all the windows. One bedroom / one bathroom for rent in the heart of Buena Park. Large living room and great size bedroom. Cross the street into the under-path and you are at Marine for a walk or a bike ride along the lake. The building features brand new passenger and freight elevators. Brand new laundry room in the basement. Bike room. Storage lockers room is coming up.
Lease options currently range from 12 - 18 months. Prices and special offers are valid for new residents only. Pricing, lease options, and availability are subject to change at any time. There is in-unit laundry in 1% of the units which are 505 & 510.
Direct LAKE VIEWS from all the windows. One bedroom / one bathroom for rent in the heart of Buena Park. Large living room and great size bedroom. Cross the street into the under-path and you are at Marine for a walk or a bike ride along the lake. The building features brand new passenger and freight elevators. Brand new laundry room. Bike room. Storage lockers room is coming up.
Explore this quintessential courtyard walk-up in Chicago's historic Buena Park neighborhood, home to the most beautiful lakeside mansions and Georgian architecture.
$2,100 per month
1 Bed
1 Bath
Nicely renovated condo only one block from the Sheridan red line stop. The apartment offers in unit laundry, central air and heat, hardwood floors throughout, and an extra storage unit. Quartz counters and great cabinet space in the kitchen. Large bedroom. The living room is wired for surround sound. Shared courtyard in the back. 24 hour bus and train lines within blocks of the unit. Walk to
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The Hazelton apartment building is located at 851 W Montrose Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. The building sits 2 blocks from Lake Shore Drive, Montrose Beach, and the lakefront. The property, once formerly a speakeasy during the days of Prohibition, now features top-of-the-line micro-studios.The recent renovation has added amenities such as a fitness center,
$1,395 per month
1 Bath
Fully updated studio unit with bedroom nook featuring hardwood floors, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and dishwasher, electric baseboard heat, and modern bathroom. The building features a gym, laundry room, and bike storage. *Photos are of similar unit in building*
Reside on Clarendon is designed for the urban dweller who demands everything urban, everything convenient and everything their way. Reinvented and redesigned with unique floor plans, this Buena Park jewel will elevate your rental living expectations. Work out in the fitness center or hop on your bike and ride the vibe of a great city neighborhood. Community amenities include controlled entry
Direct LAKE VIEWS from all the windows. Studio for rent in the heart of Buena Park. Large living space. Cross the street into the under-path and you are at Marine for a walk or a bike ride along the lake.
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