United Center
Urban Core Neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois
Cook County 60612
Housing options for a range of prices and lifestyles
United Center's available properties have recently changed, with investors converting lofts and warehouses into condos. "I think a lot of people can find something that fits their lifestyle there," Gonzalez says. "There are new developments around the United Center, but also old row houses, multi-families, teardowns and single-family homes." Single-family and row houses with original exterior details sell between $265,000 and $765,000. Condos and lofts in converted warehouses range from $230,000 to $475,000. Condos in new boutique buildings with three to nine units are more expensive, priced from $340,000 to $900,000.Union Park has a long history as a welcoming and active park
The community has small pocket parks with playgrounds, green spaces and short walking trails. Touhy-Hebert Park has a baseball field, basketball courts and a wading pool. Union Park is directly east of the neighborhood, just past Ashland Avenue. The park was a historic community gathering space for events, concerts and activist movements. Since 1853, the park remained fully integrated, while others in the area were closed to Black residents during segregation. Union Park is still a community stronghold, with social events and concerts, a public pool, a playground, tennis courts, basketball courts and baseball fields.Zoned elementary schools and specialty high schools
Chicago Public School District #299, also called Chicago Public Schools, is the fourth-largest district in the country, teaching more than 320,000 students across nearly 640 schools. Children living in the city can attend a neighborhood school based on their address or apply to most other schools in the district, so long as they are eligible and there is open space. Many students in the neighborhood begin learning at Dett Elementary School, rated C-minus by Niche. The school teaches kindergarten through eighth grade. Three high schools are in the neighborhood, each with their own concentration. Crane Medical Prep High School is rated C. Chicago Bulls College Prep High School and Phoenix Military Academy are rated B.Home to the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks
The United Center opened in 1994, replacing Chicago Stadium as the home of the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks. A statue of famed basketball player Michael Jordon greets guests as they enter United Center, which is the size of 16 football fields and the largest arena in the NBA. Since opening, the arena has held over 200 events annually, including sports games, concerts, multi-day festivals and conventions. "People are even turning properties in the neighborhood into short-term rentals because of the United Center events," Gonzalez says. Fans flock to the arena for home games and shows, causing significant foot and car traffic. While the crowds can be a nuisance at times, the arena is seen as a positive catalyst for nearby change. "A market can change so much when there's money poured into it, and there are more things to do," Gonzalez says. "Once the neighborhood around the arena gains some traction, it's going to take off."Traveling via Metra train, CTA bus, subway and bike
Downtown Chicago, or The Loop as locals call it for its above-ground train tracks that loop around the area, is just three miles east of the neighborhood. United Center has Metra train stations, Chicago Transit Authority bus stops and subway stations. The bike-friendly area has shared and designated lanes along primary roads like Lake Street, Warren Boulevard and Damen Avenue. Interstate 290, a major highway in the region, is along the neighborhood's southern border. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 15 miles northwest, and hospitals are just south of Interstate 290 in the Illinois Medical District.Shopping and dining options are likely to expand
United Center is limited when it comes to shopping and dining. Still, Gonzalez believes "The area has the same potential that Wrigleyville had decades ago. Back in the 1970s and 1980s, the neighborhood around Wrigley Field was the opposite of what it is today," he says. Today, Wrigleyville has an ever-growing assortment of stores, restaurants, hotels and million-dollar homes. United Center residents head to nearby Fulton Market District, Little Italy, West Loop and The Loop for cafes, cocktail bars, clothing boutiques and fine-dining restaurants. Pete's Fresh Market #10 is a family-owned grocery store chain in the neighborhood, and Target is less than a mile east.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Robert Rohrback
Robert Rohrback
Keller Williams Infinity
(331) 202-1371
101 Total Sales
1 in United Center
$302,000 Price
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David Schatz
David Schatz
Dream Town Real Estate
(844) 385-5455
66 Total Sales
1 in United Center
$295,000 Price
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Olin Eargle
Olin Eargle
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(833) 866-9276
165 Total Sales
1 in United Center
$400,000 Price
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Lauren Shimmon
Lauren Shimmon
Dream Town Real Estate
(312) 561-3244
165 Total Sales
2 in United Center
$235K - $290K Price Range
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Cecil Sabu
Cecil Sabu
Responds QuicklyALLURE Real Estate
(312) 854-7471
46 Total Sales
1 in United Center
$239,000 Price
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Jim Streff
Jim Streff
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 389-2807
284 Total Sales
1 in United Center
$315,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Park 578
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Union Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Park No. 489
- Playground
Touhy-Herbert Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Beach
Altgeld Park
Humboldt Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Starr (Ellen Gates) Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
16 min drive
Subway
Ashland Station (Green, Pink Lines)
Subway
Western Station (Blue Line - Forest Park Branch)
Bus
Madison & Wood
Bus
Malcolm X College
Bus
Van Buren & Damen
Bus
Jackson & Hoyne
Bus
Damen & Washington
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | United Center | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
United Center Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in United Center, Chicago sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in United Center, Chicago over the last 12 months is $350,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$369,950
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$359,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$400,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$365,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
99
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,237
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,603
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,044
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,190
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
844
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 2210:30am - 12:30pm
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Sunday, Jun 2211:30am - 1pm
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Sunday, Jun 2211:30am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,570 - $2,080 per month
- Westhaven Park Station
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 627+ Sq Ft
- 145 N Damen St
- Chicago, IL
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$1,952 - $2,085 per month
- Oakley Square
- 2-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 836+ Sq Ft
- 2301-2359 W Jackson Blvd
- Chicago, IL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,832
Median Age
36
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,284
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,067
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36%
Advanced Degrees
12%
% Population in Labor Force
63.1%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
88
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
80
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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