Lincoln Park
Dining, shopping or a night on the town
A variety of cuisines can be found in Lincoln Park, whether it’s a simple coffee shop or a five-star meal. Café Brauer is located right in the middle of the sprawling park system. Residents can stop in to try their crafted cocktails and local brews while chowing on a light lunch of sandwiches, tacos and salads. Locals can spend an evening with friends at several nightlife spots. The Steppenwolf Theatre has hosted well-known actors, such as the theater co-founder and Golden Globe-winning actor Gary Sinise, as well as original member John Malkovich. Comedy lovers may stop by Second City for a show. Closing out the evening can include a journey up to the J. Parker Rooftop Bar at Hotel Lincoln, where patrons can sip cocktails while overlooking an evening skyline. Supermarkets like Whole Foods and Aldi can be found nearby, as well as local favorites like Big Apple Finer Foods. Scaled-down versions of department stores, such as Target, even sit within walking distance of many homes.Historic, high-end housing
Homes in Lincoln Park vary from historic brick residences, brownstones and townhomes to walk-up condos that blend with high-rise skylines. “Lincoln Park is a place for all budgets, and probably the most well-known neighborhood in Chicago,” says Grigory Pekarsky, realtor at Vesta Preferred LLC. Any properties under $700,000 are primarily less than two bedrooms. Once prices cross the million mark, places frequently come with additional bedrooms and more spacious floor plans. “Nowadays, many people don’t realize that Lincoln Park is an older part of Chicago, so even very nice homes can have some age to them. Most people drawn here are willing to sacrifice the newness of build for location. For first-time home buyers, you can find plenty within a budget of $500,000 to $800,000. If you go with a new property, you could easily be looking at the $5 million range," Pekarsky says.Plentiful parks
Lincoln Park opened in the 1860s and continued its growth throughout the 1900s. Now, the popular spot can be an all-day attraction. Visitors can stroll through the sand along North Avenue Beach or explore several recreational facilities. Friends meet for a couple of games on the sports fields or practice their aim on the archery range. Kids can let loose at any of the five on-site playgrounds. Along Burling Street is Oz Park, a green space which is inspired by the Wizard of Oz movie. There’s no yellow brick road here, but a playground, walking trails and sports fields are spread across the grounds, along with statues of Dorothy and the gang.Highly rated local education
Lincoln Elementary School serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade. This school holds an A-minus grade on Niche. Lincoln Park High School has an A rating. The school holds a Saturday farmers market in its parking lot from May through October. The neighborhood borders DePaul University, a private college that was founded in 1898 and competes athletically as a Division One school in the Big East Conference.World class attractions
Museums within parks are common in Chicago, and Lincoln Park is no exception. The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is a monumental building of glass and steel, and features exhibits about Illinois ecology, as well as a butterfly house with native species. Continuing the theme of nature meeting modernism, the Lincoln Park Conservatory was described as a paradise under glass when it opened in 1895. Visitors can see more than 200 animal species at the Lincoln Park Zoo.Getting around Chi-town
The Chicago Transit Authority Red, Brown and Purple lines have multiple stops in Lincoln Park, allowing residents to navigate the city. The area is also close to Interstate 90, an east-west highway that runs from Massachusetts to Washington.

Agents Specializing in this Area
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Martin Medenica
Martin Medenica
(312) 262-5566
26 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$173,000 Price
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Tim Brent
Baird & Warner
(773) 747-3391
19 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$450,000 Price
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Megan Livatino
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 269-8569
104 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$167,000 Price
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India Whiteside
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(877) 764-7911
104 Total Sales
3 in Lincoln Park
$14K - $1.7M Price Range
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David Schatz
Baird & Warner
(844) 385-5455
66 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$205,000 Price
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Kevin McKendry
Town Realty Chicago
(855) 467-9172
30 Total Sales
1 in Lincoln Park
$174,000 Price
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lincoln Park | US |
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Homicide | 3 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
Robbery | 4 | 4 |
Burglary | 3 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
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Lincoln Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lincoln Park, Chicago sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lincoln Park, Chicago over the last 12 months is $450,000, down 54% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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A Chicago neighborhood home to a bustling commercial district and high-rise condos