Iconic views of both scenic skyscrapers and sunsets over the open water of Lake Michigan are enjoyed by residents of the New East Side neighborhood. Locals of New East Side have access to an abundance of amenities that come with living in downtown Chicago, as well as the opportunity to enjoy fresh air from the waterfront. With many large employers in the neighborhood such as MTM Inc and Blue Cross Blue Shield, most residents are within walking distance of their office. “You’re right there in the city, and there’s fantastic views up and down the lakefront. It’s all big developments and large-scale buildings,” says Real Estate Broker Scott Berg with Berg Properties, who has over 20 years of experience.
Restaurants around New East Side
Most of New East Side is made up of local and chain restaurant options that sit at the bottom of high-rise skyscrapers. “There are local coffee shops and restaurants here and there, but it’s a bit of a walk to get anywhere else,” Berg says. Brown Bag Seafood Co serves its patrons fresh seafood dishes, including crispy cod tacos and salmon power boxes. Grab a meal to go or relax on their patio with a house-made cocktail. For an upscale dinner experience, make a reservation at Avli on the Park and enjoy their authentic Greek cuisine with dishes like brizola, lamb chops and pasta. Residents of New East Side enjoy coffee shops such as Dunkin’ and Starbucks within the neighborhood’s borders, as well as the convenience of a CVS on North Columbus Drive. Locals can do their grocery shopping at Mariano’s, or right outside the neighborhood’s borders at the local Whole Foods Market or Jewel-Osco.
Brown Bag Seafood is fresh seafood prepared quickly; Perfect for lunch in busy New East Side.
Village market keeps locals and business people fed around the New East Side neighborhood.
Avli by the Park is a Greek restaurant in the New East Side neighborhood.
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Luxury condos with amenities
New East Side residents can occupy one of the neighborhood’s several condo or apartment complexes scattered between the commercial high-rises of the area. These units can range from $500,000 to $950,000, depending on the square footage and number of bedrooms. Cirrus is an exclusive resort-style condominium that comes with additional amenities and prices its units around $1.2 to $3.5 million. Residents in the upper levels can enjoy a lakefront view. “It’s a different style of living over there, compared to the rest of downtown Chicago,” Berg says.
Cirrus and Chandler Condominium high rises are located in New East Side.
A Townhome in the New East Side is some of the most valuable real estate in Chicago.
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City parks, river trails and lake access
For a downtown area, New East Side has a plethora of green spaces. Lakeshore East Park, occupying the center of the neighborhood, features an open grassy field, brick walkways, a playground and an off-leash dog park. Take a stroll along the botanical gardens and admire the flower beds and fountains. Additionally, residents have easy access to the Chicago Riverwalk, a one-and-a-quarter-mile paved path that runs along the Chicago River, and the numerous parks and green spaces that border it. Adjacent to the start of the Riverwalk, DuSable Harbor has dock spaces and boat launches for watercraft owners to use and get out onto Lake Michigan.
The playground at Lakeshore East Park is colorful and inviting to the neighborhood kids.
The dog park at Lakeshore East Park is fun for the pooches in the New East Side neighborhood.
Walking trail and playground at Lakeshore East Park.
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Take a bus or Metra around Chicago
Most of the neighborhood is entirely walkable, with pedestrian-friendly streets that let residents walk from their condos and places of business to the restaurants nearby. Additionally, commuters can walk to the Chicago Loop from the New East Side. If people need public transportation to travel far, there are bus stations all along Columbus Drive and East Randolph Street. Only half a mile away, the Millenium Metra Train Station can connect people to the Metra Electric and SouthWest Service lines. Those who happen to use their personal vehicles have easy access to US Route 41 from the neighborhood.
Walkways make navigating New East Side a pleasure.
New East Side is made up of mostly modern buildings as part of Chicago's Lakeshore East project
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Public schools close to New East Side
While there are no public schools within the neighborhood’s borders, parents can send their kids to one of the many Chicago public schools nearby. Ogden International School of Chicago has a B-minus grade on Niche and teaches both elementary and middle school grade levels. Here, children have access to a full-continuum International Baccalaureate Program. Afterward, students can either apply to attend Ogden International High School or go to Wells Community Academy High School. While Ogden’s high school has a B Niche grade, Wells has a C-plus. Wells High School is known for its award-winning program for law and career classes, and it even offers 13 AP-level courses.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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New East Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in New East Side, Chicago sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in New East Side, Chicago over the last 12 months is $650,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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**LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!** Nicely upgraded - This stunning and sophisticated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo features breathtaking, unobstructed views overlooking Lake Michigan, Maggie Daley Park, and Millennium Park. This is the largest 1 bedroom floor plan in the Outer Drive East building. The Outer Drive East Condominium building is a full-service amenity building! Conveniently located just
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BEST VIEWS IN THE WORLD! AMAZING! Get an unobstructed view across Lake Michigan for spectacular sunrises and moonrises! The owner is refinishing the wood cabinets in the kitchen. The owner took the property off the market to refinish the wooden kitchen cabinets. The unit should be available the last week of April. The kitchen will be beautiful with "champagne" European handles. Easy to show!
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