Buena Park
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.
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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.
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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 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.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.
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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tim Brent
Tim Brent
Baird & Warner
(773) 747-3391
19 Total Sales
1 in Buena Park
$155,000 Price
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George Venturella
George Venturella
Century 21 Circle
(708) 505-7886
162 Total Sales
2 in Buena Park
$270K - $475K Price Range
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Megan Livatino
Megan Livatino
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 269-8569
104 Total Sales
1 in Buena Park
$475,000 Price
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India Whiteside
India Whiteside
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(877) 764-7911
104 Total Sales
1 in Buena Park
$615,000 Price
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Robert Rohrback
Robert Rohrback
Keller Williams Infinity
(331) 202-1371
101 Total Sales
12 in Buena Park
$103K - $425K Price Range
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Tina Hollins
Tina Hollins
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 570-2696
124 Total Sales
1 in Buena Park
$289,000 Price
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
Gill (Joseph) Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Buena Circle Park
- Playground
Clarendon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Ann Sather Garden
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Kelly Park
- Trails
- Playground
Cricket Hill
- Football
- Soccer
- Multi-Purpose Field
Montrose Beach
Bill Jarvis Migratory Bird Sanctuary
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Buena Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Buena Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buena Park, Chicago sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Buena Park, Chicago over the last 12 months is $585,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$585,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$585,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$199,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$310
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,583
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,273
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,223
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,265
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
863
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
546
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
19,602
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,195 - $3,747 per month
- Times Square Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 280+ Sq Ft
- 869 W Buena Ave
- Chicago, IL
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$1,507 - $2,566 per month
- Buena Terrace - 4242 N Sheridan Rd
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 460+ Sq Ft
- 4242 N Sheridan Rd
- Chicago, IL
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,607
Median Age
38
Population Density
53 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$77,057
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,286
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.4%
College Graduates
65.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
95
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
79
/ 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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