Situated in the Uptown District, Clarendon Park is a residential neighborhood that has access to Montrose Beach along Lake Michigan. To the west, residents are also within walking distance to plenty of shopping and dining opportunities. “It’s a hidden secret – the neighborhood is quiet and quaint,” says Real Estate Agent Jennifer Lane with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, who has almost 20 years of experience and is an Uptown resident.
The most common housing types for Clarendon Park are condominiums and duplexes, with most of the buildings being vintage brick Chicago-style flats. Many were built in the early to mid-1900s and have remained well-maintained or undergone interior renovation while preserving the historic exteriors. These properties typically range in price from $330,000 to $800,000, depending on size and number of bedrooms. Some of the more modern complexes can get as low as $145,000 for a single bedroom with 750 square feet. “There’s a little bit of something for everyone, and it’s all affordable housing,” Lane says.
Despite Chicago’s urban geography, Clarendon Park has a natural landscape that creates plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun. Following along the Lake Michigan waterfront, Montrose Beach lets residents sunbathe in the sand or go for a swim. Use the boat ramp to go kayaking or canoeing along the Lake Michigan Water Trail. “There are a lot of recreational sports that happen along the lake. There’s volleyball, flag football and various neighborhood clubs,” Lane says. There’s also a dog park in the area for those with furry friends and the Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary that protects wildlife. Anyone with a boat can dock at the Montrose Harbor.
For recreation both indoors and out, head to the Clarendon Community Center at Lincoln Park. There are baseball and softball fields, basketball courts and a skate park. Additionally, the fieldhouse has a fitness center and gymnasium free for use. A turf field sits at the bottom of Cricket Hill, which is used for sledding in the winter.
Residents in Clarendon Park have access to an abundance of daily necessities and errand stops with nearby stores such as Target and Jewel-Osco, alongside banking and pharmacy options. Grab fresh produce from Wilson Grocery Store or M&M Grocery, medicine from Walgreens and clothing from Ross. Additionally, there are both chain and locally owned restaurants and cafés around the neighborhood. A favorite local brunch spot is The Reservoir. Stop by to grab salty-sweet chicken and waffles – preferably on a Sunday, when they host live jazz performances. For something more casual, Jakes Pup in the Ruf serves Chicago-style Italian beef sandwiches and loaded hot dogs. On Windsor Avenue, Wabi Sabi Rotary is a modern Japanese restaurant known for its snazzy way of serving guests – sushi comes out along a revolving conveyor belt. More restaurants can be found less than a mile away along West Argyle Street.
Only 7.8 miles from downtown Chicago, Clarendon Park has several options for public transportation. Two subway stations are located less than a mile away – Lawrence Station and Wilson Station both connect to the red and purple lines. There are also bus stops all along North Sheridan Road, North Clarendon Avenue, West Montrose Avenue and West Lawrence Avenue. Those who prefer to use their own vehicles can access US Route 41 from the neighborhood and take it where they need to go.
Children living in Clarendon Park have several schools that they can attend. Brennemann Elementary School has a B-minus grade on Niche and teaches kindergarten through eighth grade. The school has a Colombia Arts Program and bilingual professionals. From there, students can go to Uplift Community High School, which partners with real-world industry professionals for internships that prepare students for their future careers. Uplift also has a B-minus Niche grade and is known for its STEAM program.
A large section of Clarendon Park is taken up by Weiss Memorial Hospital. Weiss provides a wide range of specific care, such as radiology and reconstructive surgery, with a connecting emergency department equipped for timely threats. On the other side of North Clarendon Avenue, Chicago Lakeshore Hospital Children’s Pavilion provides both pediatric care and a mental health clinic. Several other private practices can be found throughout the area.
Megan Livatino
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 269-8569
104 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Park
$235,000 Price
Robert Rohrback
Keller Williams Infinity
(331) 202-1371
101 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Park
$226,600 Price
Nadine Ferrata
Compass
(708) 426-1282
254 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Park
$227,500 Price
Olin Eargle
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(833) 866-9276
160 Total Sales
2 in Clarendon Park
$305K - $375K Price Range
Laura Greer
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 232-5280
69 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Park
$388,000 Price
Cyrus Seraj
Compass
(833) 964-2605
133 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Park
$340,000 Price
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