Situated squarely in Chicago’s West Side, it should come as no surprise that Douglass Park’s main draw is its namesake green space. Residents have 160 acres of recreational space just a short walk from their doorsteps, ranging from sports facilities to scenic walkways. But there’s more to Douglass Park than what’s in its name; the neighborhood is well-connected by public transit and home to bustling industrial centers. Although most residents here tend to rent their homes, those lucky enough to put down roots in Douglass Park become part of a strong community that stands up for their neighbors.
Douglass Park covers 161.85 acres and is named after two historical abolitionists, Anna Murray Douglass and Fredrick Douglass.
The California Pink Line stop connects downtown Chicago to Douglass Park.
There are many convenient bus stops throughout Douglass Park.
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Fresh air relaxation and high-energy sports complexes
Just west of the neighborhood’s residential streets is the expansive park that gives the area its name. Douglass Park, named for Frederick and Anne Douglass, is a popular spot for residents to get out and enjoy the fresh air, especially in the summer months. “You’ll see folks who live near the park heading out to the natural areas for barbecues and lawn games with friends, family members and neighbors,” says local real estate agent Homero Garza with Charles Rutenberg Realty, who has sold homes across the West Side. At Douglass Park, sports enthusiasts can pound the pavement on the track, shoot hoops on the basketball courts or round up some friends for a game of soccer. There’s even a mini golf for family fun, and an outdoor pool to cool off from the sun. The park also offers spaces for quiet reflection, such as the gardens and lily pond, where benches provide a tranquil place to read beneath the windswept willows.
Baseball leagues take advantage of the larges baseball fields in Douglass Park.
Enjoy a game of hoops at the basketball courts in Douglass Park.
A well-maintained soccer field is one of several sports fields located at Douglass Park.
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Classic Chicagoan home styles line the streets
Homes sit close together on small lots with petite strips of grass separating them. The majority of residents in Douglass Park rent from large, multi-unit greystones and brick three-flats with stately exteriors that show off signature Chicago housing styles from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many of these multifamily properties sell to investors for upwards of $600,000, but a charming single-family worker’s cottage occasionally goes up for sale at an average price of $300,000. Brand-new condos have just started cropping up across the area as well, while older fixer-uppers can be purchased at a discount under $120,000.
Greystone houses are found throughout the Douglass Park neighborhood.
There are many affordable housing options in Douglass Park.
Some of the houses in Douglass Park include a fenced-in front and backyard.
Charming worker’s cottages are one of the housing styles in Douglass Park.
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Riot Fest rocks the park, but residents protect their green space
Though Douglass Park is typically quiet, for one weekend in September, the area’s namesake park becomes home to most pits and headbangers jamming to some of the biggest names in music at Riot Fest. Some residents, however, have raised concerns about the noise and traffic that Riot Fest brings to the neighborhood, in addition to the damage it causes to the park. In 2022, residents hosted their own festival — the People’s Music Festival — in protest of the megafestivals in their park. In response, two festivals formerly hosted there have since changed locations.
Take a leisurely stroll on the walking paths found throughout Douglass Park.
Take a moment from busy city with a refreshing scene of nature at Douglass Park.
Serene nature scenes are to be found in one of Douglass Park's ponds.
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Collins Academy High sends students to college
Kids in the Douglass Park neighborhood can attend Chicago Public Schools, with students in kindergarten through the eighth grade attending Chalmers Elementary. The school has an enrollment of under 250 students and a Niche rating of C-minus. High schoolers move up to Collins Academy High, which scores a C-plus grade and touts a 100% acceptance rate into postsecondary schooling for seniors.
Business hubs and local restaurants line the blocks
Industry makes a home in Douglass Park; the area is a major health hub thanks to the nearby Illinois Medical District, with Mount Sinai Hospital and St. Anthony Hospital both located in the neighborhood. Lucky residents might also catch a celebrity walking around Cinespace Studios Chicago, a film studio facility whose campus takes up multiple neighborhood blocks. Don’s Grill is right outside of Douglass Park but is considered a local favorite for its late-night hours and classic diner feel. It’s the place to go after knocking back a few beers and catching a live show at Lagunitas Brewing’s massive taproom, which operates out of a warehouse in the neighborhood. Residents who’d rather cook at home can pick up groceries about 10 blocks to the south at Pete’s Fresh Market or Walmart Neighborhood Market.
Cinespace in Douglass Park is Chicago's largest tv and movie studio.
Mount Sinai Hospital is a major employer in the area in Douglass Park.
Aloha Wagon serves up authentic Hawaiian food in Douglass Park.
Momentum Coffee has great options for caffeinated beverages in Douglass Park.
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Interstates, bus lines and train stations
As a dense urban neighborhood, getting around Douglass Park is easy by foot, bike, car or rail. Interstate 290 is just to the north, allowing residents to reach downtown Chicago or Chicago Midway International Airport in about 15 minutes each. Stops for the Chicago L Pink Line and the Metra BNSF Line are both close by.
Divvy Bike rental stations are to be found in several locations in the Douglass Park neighborhood.
The California Pink Line stop connects downtown Chicago to Douglass Park.
There are many convenient bus stops throughout Douglass Park.
Douglass Park includes a walking track that surrounds an artificial turf soccer field.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,176
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,103
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,085
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.2%
Advanced Degrees
11.7%
% Population in Labor Force
48.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
86/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
66/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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