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A sense of growth and potential in an urban setting
Little Village is sometimes known as the “Mexico of the Midwest.” This bustling community is full of eateries, arts venues and other locally owned businesses. The main strip along 26th Street is one of the highest-grossing commercial districts in Chicago – second only to the Magnificent Mile. Furthermore, this neighborhood appeals to homebuyers looking for an investment property, with many of the homes standing ready for restoration. As a result, Little Village presents a mix of current activity and potential to grow. “There’s a lot of momentum coming to this area, partly because I would say it’s not as expensive as other nearby neighborhoods,” says Realtor Grigory Pekarsky, who cofounded Vesta Preferred Realty in 2008. “Revitalization is coming in due to the retail, and people catching wind of opportunities to rehab the homes.”
Downtown Little Village has a variety of shops and restaurants.
There are many talented street performers in Little Village.
There are so many amazing food vendors in Little Village.
The street vendors of Little Village give the neighborhood its charming character.
There are many street vendors all throughout Little Village.
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Classic Chicago styles, but comparatively lower prices
The most prevalent styles are cottages, as well as two and three-flats. These brick or wood frame cottages often feature gabled roofs, a narrow stoop and a raised basement. And while homes in nearby South Pilsen can start in the $400,000 range, it’s possible to find homes in Little Village starting at $200,000. However, prices can extend up to around $350,000 for a brick three-flat or a multi-story greystone. All of these styles represent a sense of “classic Chicago.” Houses may have an ornamental strip of land out front, with a single tree or hedge planted behind a fence. But more typically the streetscapes feature wide sidewalks bordered by strips of grass populated with mature trees – a true urban experience.
There are homes of many different sizes in Little Village.
There are a variety of housing styles in Little Village.
There is a strong sense of community in Little Village.
There is a large variety of brick homes in Little Village.
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26th Street is vibrant
The dining scene in Little Village is strongly focused on Latino cuisine, but there’s significant variety within that genre. For example, residents can take a traditional route involving homemade tortillas at Milagro Tortilleria, or pursue a festive dinner with a big margarita and steak tacos at Mi Tierra. Eclectic and experimental options are on tap, too: La Casa de Samuel serves fried rattlesnake. Nightlife is vibrant in Little Village. Osito’s Tap is a speakeasy-style bar serving unique drinks like mezcal with tomatillo syrup. Casual breakfast spots are available, like with La Catedral Café & Restaurant, which serves chilaquiles.
Locals will say that shopping along 26th Street is a treat – and not just because Dulcelandia has every type of candy under the sun. With over 500 businesses, there’s always something that catches the eye, whether it’s clothing, groceries or even a pet parakeet. Bigger chains like Aldi and Pete’s Fresh Market also provide the neighborhood with everyday staples.
Downtown Little Village has a variety of shops and restaurants.
There are so many amazing food vendors in Little Village.
Residents love to eat out for lunch and dinner at Atotonilco in Little Village.
The street vendors of Little Village give the neighborhood its charming character.
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Mexican Independence Day is the big event
One of the biggest events all year is the Mexican Independence Day Parade, held on 26th Street every September. In addition, the fall season brings the Little Village Arts Festival, which turns community spaces into pop-up art galleries. Local artists also get recognition throughout the year from the Open Center for the Arts. Residents can go to the Manuel Perez Jr. Memorial Plaza to see colorful murals celebrating this creative community. In the summer, Villapalooza draws big crowds for an all-ages music festival with food vendors. It started in 2011 and, by 2015, drew 10,000 visitors. July brings the annual Golf Fiesta, where locals can build a network with small business leaders and government officials. Cooler weather brings the annual Christmas toy drive with music, pinatas, hot chocolate and traditional concha cookies.
Downtown Little Village has a variety of shops and restaurants.
Little Village is sometimes referred to as the Mexico of the Midwest.
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Magent schools and career academies
Over a dozen public schools live in Little Village, including Kanoon Elementary, a kindergarten through 8th grade institution that earns a C-plus from Niche. This magnet school is housed in a sleek, modernist building and features a mural celebrating the Mexican heritage found across Little Village. Farragut Career Academy, where “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak graduated from, earns a C from Niche. The school has participated in many programs to create consistent student attendance, and in 2010 students won a “Stay in School” contest that resulted in a private concert performed by Kanye West.
Kanoon Elementary Magnet School is in Little Village, Chicago IL.
Farragut Career Academy High School in a public high school in Little Village.
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Sprawling parks to play in
Two of the most popular parks are situated near the neighborhood’s south. At nearly 24 acres, Piotrowski Park contains several athletic facilities, most notably a skate park and a domed pool for year-round use. La Villita Park is nearly as big and stands out for its community gardens, fitness trail and playground with water spray features. Douglass Park is massive, and sits just north of the neighborhood. Residents can roam across 160 acres and encounter natural sights like a lagoon fit for fishing.
Residents take advantage of the green spaces in Douglass Park near Little Village.
Residents take advantage of the excellent skate park at La Villita Park in Little Village.
La Villita Park is the perfect place to play a game of pickup basketball in Little Village.
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Very walkable, with busy stretches
Little Village is bounded on the south by the Chicago River and Stevenson Expressway, with Highway 50 to the west. Many bus lines serve the area, particularly along main thoroughfares like 26th Street. Homebuyers will want to be mindful of the bustle around this area – it can be noisy. For public trains, the Pink Line has many stops along the northern border near Old Route 66. Pedestrians enjoy the walkability of the neighborhood, thanks to the wide sidewalks. Catholic churches are integrated with these residential stretches, particularly on the west end.
There are many affordable housing options in Little Village.
Residents enjoy the proximity to public transit in Little Village.
There are many bus stops that conveniently run throughout Little Village.
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I've been living here for almost a year now and I have to say it's a pretty calm place to live. The neighbors are friendly and thankfully people don't steal packages that don't belong to them.
4.0Current Resident
5/11/2020Niche Review
I love the neighborhood feel of Little Village. I love when I walk down the street and see families and neighbors talking to one another. I love the shops on 26th street. I love Don Pepe's, the gorditas at Carniceria Aguascalientes, Nuevo Leon, La Catedral, tacos at La Chaparrita, and Los Mangos. I love the murals in the neighborhood. I love our cultural connections. I rent and I think the people on my street also rent. There's a lot of trash on my block. It's also way too noisy at night 2-3 times a week. I don't love that.
3.0Niche User
3/1/2016Niche Review
There is a curfew for everyone no mater age and gender. At night gang members or buglers come to harass residents or each other.
2.0Niche User
9/12/2016Niche Review
Crime is very prevalent, arguments could be heard very well, shootings and gang members are found in the area. Theft occurs in the area and police don't really come around on their own. Only when they are called will they come with occasional visits in the neighborhood
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Little Village Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Little Village, Chicago sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Little Village, Chicago over the last 12 months is $255,500, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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