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A diverse and vibrant community on Chicago's southwest side
A major piece of Chicago Lawn’s history is commemorated at Marquette Park, the large recreational area just south of the neighborhood: a memorial to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose advocacy for civil rights brought him to the community in 1966. Dr. King’s protest was met with resistance from some residents, but was an important milestone in the neighborhood, which would diversify and develop a resilient spirit as it matured through high and low periods.Today, a dedicated population of mostly Hispanic, Latino and Black residents is driving the future of the working-class neighborhood, reflected by successes like an acclaimed Belizean restaurant featured on the Food Network and city-backed outreach programs. While the community continues to navigate challenges, it’s an area with a shared resolve all its own. “There’s a strong sense of character here. In general, everyone’s pretty friendly and helpful,” says David Hernandez, a broker with the Hernandez Chicago Group at Coldwell Banker. Hernandez has sold homes in Chicago Lawn and the southwest end of the city for more than 18 years.
Mi Lindo Maravatio is a local Mexican restaurant in Chicago Lawn.
This mural is named King of Peace and was painted by many students from Henderson Elementary.
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Varied outdoor and indoor recreation at Marquette Park
Chicago Lawn’s marquee outdoor destination is Marquette Park. Occupying more than 300 acres just south of the neighborhood, the park offers varied activities to grant guests an escape from busy city life. Folks can contribute to the community garden, play fetch and football on the grass and turf fields or get a basketball game going in one of the two gymnasiums. The Marquette Park Golf Course tucks a nine-hole layout into the center of the area, surrounded by the fishing-friendly waters of the park’s lagoon. Guests can also stop by the Martin Luther King Jr. Living Memorial, which depicts Dr. King’s march through the area to advocate for housing reform.Residents looking for a smaller outdoor retreat can find it at Senka Park. Situated northwest of the neighborhood, there’s a playground here along with ball fields and walking trails for simple outings. For enrichment of the mind, the Chicago Public Library Chicago Lawn Branch sits at the corner of Kedzie Avenue and 61st Place. The library offers varied programs in English and Spanish.Chicago Lawn’s varied population has contributed to a host of religious traditions in the area. Houses of worship nearby include the Chicago Islamic Center, the Chicago Lawn United Methodist Church, the Beth Shalom B'nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation and St. Rita of Cascia Parish. Many of the area’s houses of worship are part of the Southwest Organizing Project, a community-driven organization dedicated to building solidarity between locals through common goals.
People play soccer at one of Marquette Park’s many fields, a popular spot for sports and recreation in Chicago Lawn.
Located near Chicago Lawn, Lindblom Park features a gym, fitness center, and outdoor activities for all ages.
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Acclaimed Belizean food, Western shops and thrifting on 63rd Street
For groceries, there’s Rio Valley Market, a local pick that blends traditional American supermarket shopping with Hispanic and Latino selections. Larger chain supermarkets like Aldi and Pete's Fresh Market are also available along the surrounding city blocks. Walgreens and Dollar General are close stops for other essentials. A steadfast horse statue greets visitors at the door to Tony’s Western Wear. Inside, racks of workwear and shelves with cowboy hats and boots go from the floor to the ceiling. Wigs, hair care products and cosmetics are common purchases from Quality Beauty Supply. A few blocks south of the neighborhood, Village Discount Outlet offers gently used clothing and household goods. CDs, light sticks and photo cards line the shelves at K POP & More, a store specializing in merchandise for Korean bands and soloists. Locals can find several options for Mexican and Latin American fare in the neighborhood. Paintings of Emiliano Zapata and Frida Kahlo hang alongside a TV tuned to the latest soccer matches at Carmelo’s Taco Place. Beyond the namesake tacos, guests can also stop by for tortas, burritos and margaritas. Garifuna Flava is one of a select few restaurants in the Chicago area specializing in Belizean food, and one of the city’s most celebrated choices for jerk chicken, oxtail and king fish. The neighborhood favorite was featured on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in 2011. Nicky’s The Real McCoy is one of many Chicago diners sharing the name, and offers a classic menu with Italian beefs, gyros and rib tips. Tony’s Chinese Food offers plenty of take-out standbys like orange chicken and Mongolian beef, but guests can also pick up Korean dishes like bibimbap and seafood stew. “You’ve also just got to keep an eye out because sometimes there’ll be a food stand posted up and it’ll have a line all around the block,” Hernandez says.
Taqueria Mi Barrio has delicious carne asada tacos and burritos.
Nicky's features classic Chicago fare like the Italian beef sandwich.
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Chicago-style raised ranch homes and two-flats
Single-family homes are the most common properties in Chicago Lawn. Development in the area hit its stride in the early 20th century, with many homes built from 1910 to 1940 in the classic Chicago bungalow form. These take equal inspiration from the Craftsman style of the era and the Prairie style pioneered by the city’s own Frank Lloyd Wright; design elements like low-pitched roofs, basement foundations, wide overhangs and dormer windows peeking out from up top are prevalent here. Prices typically fall between $115,000 and $400,000.Multi-family properties are less common, but still available in limited quantities. Buyers can find two- and three-flat homes, including converted single-family properties and dedicated buildings. Prices generally range from $155,000 to $500,000.
Chicago Lawn residential homes are often are made of brick.
This classic Chicago Lawn bungalow sits on a corner lot, showcasing the neighborhood’s historic charm and residential character.
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Important things to know
Chicago Lawn’s CAP Index scores for violent crime are generally higher than the national average. The Mayor’s Office of Violence Reduction collaborates with community organizations such as the Southwest Organizing Project to provide support services and outreach.
11 miles southwest of the Chicago Loop
Residents have easy access to bus stops, shopping and dining within a few blocks, making Chicago Lawn easy to navigate on foot, by bike or by car. 63rd Street and 59th Street are Chicago Lawn’s primary east-west thruways. For north-south trips, Western Avenue and Kedzie Avenue are both close at hand. Residents are about 11 miles southwest of the Loop. While locals may have to travel out of the the neighborhood to catch trains through CTA or Metra, CTA bus stops are present along each of Chicago Lawn’s major roads, including California Avenue.Folks traveling beyond Chicago also have a short trip to Chicago Midway International Airport, which is about 3 miles west of the neighborhood near Clearing and Garfield Ridge. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 30 miles north. For medical emergencies, Holy Cross Hospital is about a mile south of the neighborhood next to Marquette Park.
Chicago Lawn residents can transit on the CTA bus.
With a scenic proximity to transit and Ohare international airport, Rosemont is well connected.
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Internationally-minded education at Chicago Public Schools
Fairfield Elementary Academy is an International Baccalaureate candidate school, providing a holistic curriculum for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school earns a C grade on Niche. Extracurricular clubs at the C-ranked Gage Park High School are focused on varied interests like journalism, anime, gardening and Mexican art.
Fairfield Academy in the Chicago Lawn area provides high-quality education for children.
The Gage Park High School facade has impressive architectural details.
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Seasonal celebrations at Marquette Park
Families can visit Marquette Park for outdoor screenings of kid-friendly movies in the summer and seasonal celebrations for events like Day of the Dead in the fall. For grown-ups, the park also offers cooking sessions, swimming lessons and adult/senior basketball programs.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Chicago Lawn
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Chicago Lawn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chicago Lawn, Chicago sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Chicago Lawn, Chicago over the last 12 months is $267,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Come check out this solid brick bungalow in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood! This home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar and fresh coat paint throughout, newer windows, the fully finished basement features a wet bar, family room, and a remodeled bathroom - perfect for entertaining and additional living space. Move-in ready and
YOU'LL BE AMAZED BY THIS SPACIOUS ONE-OWNER HOME BUILT IN 2005!! FEATURING THREE LEVELS OF LIVING SPACE, THS PROPERTY OFFERS 9 BEDROOMS AND 3.5 BATHROOMS, PERFECT FOR A LARGE FAMILY OR MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING. ENJOY A FINISHED BASEMENT WITH HIGH CEILING, A 2 CAR GARAGE ALONG WITH AN ADDITIONAL CARPORT ENSURES PLENTY OF PARKING.
Beautifully remodeled two-unit building with a third non-conforming unit, perfect for investors or owner-occupants seeking additional income. This move-in ready property features refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, granite countertops, and vinyl flooring in the kitchens, creating bright and inviting living spaces. Major improvements include new electrical, new plumbing, a new
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Welcome home to this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 2-bath brick bungalow that's move-in ready and full of charm! Step inside to find inviting living spaces and flexible rooms that can serve as bedrooms, family rooms, or even a spacious walk-in closet. The finished lower level expands your living options with a generous family room and a versatile bonus room-perfect for media, games, or hobbies.
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GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN IN THIS FAST APPRECIATING AREA !!! REAR OF THE LOT !!BRICK SINGLE FAMILY HOME 2 FULL BATHROOMS 2+ BEDROOMS 3RD BEDROOM IN DUPLEXED LOWER LEVEL ALONG WITH A FAMILY ROOM !! ENCLOSED HEATED FRONT PORCH!!! GFA HEATING!! CIRCUIT BREAKERS !! HUGE FRONT YARD !!! NEAR SHOPPING , PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION, 10 MIN TO MIDWAY AIRPORT!! GREAT FOR INVESTORS OR FIRST TIME BUYERS WITH A 203K
Conveniently located on the corner of 63rd & Western and close to public transit and shops, this spacious 2BR/1BTH on the 2nd FL features: 2 large bedrooms, hardwood flrs, kitchen w/appliances & lots of cabinet space, great sunlight, and back porch area. Central hear! Tenant pays gas & electric. This is a mixed use building (retail shops on main level), but units have private entrance on Western.
Nine unit buildikng with shared laundry in basement. Large beautiful apartments.
$2,300 per month
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,067 Sq Ft
Move-in ready and full of space! This charming 3-bedroom home offers a flexible layout. The main level features 2 comfortable bedrooms, while the finished attic provides a spacious 3rd bedroom with the potential for a home office, guest space, or additional living area. Enjoy the convenience of a laundry area with washer and dryer included. This home also includes 2 exterior parking spaces.
Come take a look at this very nice 2 bedroom apartment in Chicago Lawn. The unit offers hardwood floors throughout, nice large living room and good size bedrooms. Great location, close to schools, public transportation and shopping. The unit include one parking space.
Check out this fresh lease-up now available in Chicago Lawn! This newly updated property offers brand-new studio remodels at a great price perfect timing for anyone looking for a quality home and a great deal this winter.This property is fully renovated with updated heat, plumbing, and electric, plus easy access to Western CTA transit, bus lines, and neighborhood connections. The building
Conveniently located on the corner of Western Ave. & 63rd and close to public transit and shops, this top floor spacious 2BR/1BTH features: 2 large bedrooms, hardwood flrs, kitchen appliances, updated bathroom, great sunlight, back porch area. This is a mixed use building (retail stores on main level), but units have private entrance on Western. Street parking only.
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