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Historic neighborhood in Chicago’s South Loop
The Prairie District has a rich history. The neighborhood evolved from a Native American trail connecting Chicago’s Fort Dearborn to Indiana’s Fort Wayne into a millionaire’s row where the city’s leading industrialists built grand estates along Prairie Avenue in the late 19th century. Several of these homes remain standing today, and the community maintains its individuality while embracing a central location in the South Loop. “The Prairie District offers historic character and more of a neighborhood feel than you’ll find a couple of blocks over,” says Tina Feldstein, a Broker Associate with Berkshire Hathaway and founder of the Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance. “This area is also a dream for transportation and access to everything Chicago offers.”
Prairie District is located in the south loop and just a short ways from downtown Chicago.
There are several historic mansions that are still present in Prairie District.
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Sprawling estates and modern townhomes
The remainder of the Prairie District’s historic homes are clustered around South Prairie Avenue and the thoroughfare is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many have been redeveloped into townhouses and condos, but several 19th-century estates inspired by Queen Anne and French Chateau Architecture line the street. Single-family homes are less common, and prices range from around $1.8 to $3.9 million. Modern townhomes built in the early 2000s sit along tree-lined streets, with prices ranging from about $600,000 for a two-bedroom unit and up to $1.9 million for a five-bedroom unit with a private elevator.
There are a few remaining 19th century estates in Prairie District.
Three story row homes line the streets of Prairie District.
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Community park with historic house museums
Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens provides a quiet respite for locals. “This is really the anchor of the Prairie District,” Feldstein says. “There’s both passive green spaces and a fieldhouse with community events for families and adults.” The fieldhouse offers several fitness studios, meeting spaces and a unique indoor playground complete with a climbing wall for kids to explore. Outside, locals can relax among nature or stop by the park’s community garden. The park is nestled between two historic house museums – the Clarke-Ford House and the Glessner House. Residents can tour both houses, with the Clarke-Ford House dating back to 1836 and being the oldest home in Chicago.
The Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens hosts a variety of events for Prairie District residents.
Residents of Prairie District can tour the Clarke Ford House, which dates back to 1836.
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Locally owned spots in Chicago’s South Loop
La Cantina serves authentic Mexican dishes and vibrant cocktails in a cozy, candlelit interior, while Chicago Oyster House offers an upscale dining experience with fresh seafood served over white tablecloths. Neighbors gather in cozy booths at Spoke and Bird Café for homemade pastries and cups of coffee. With Women’s Park and Gardens next door, locals can also take their purchases to go and enjoy them on a scenic walk through the park. For groceries, the independently owned South Loop Market sells staple products and specialty goods from local suppliers.
South Loop Market in Prairie District is an independently owned grocery store.
La Cantina serves authentic Mexican dishes and cocktails in a cozy setting in Prairie District.
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Events in the Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens
The Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens hosts a variety of events for the community. Locals gather for free movies, concerts and crafts in the park.
Students attend Chicago Public Schools
Kids in grades K-8 attend National Teachers Academy, which earned a B from Niche, before moving on to Wendell Phillips Academy High School, which earned a grade of C-minus. “Schools are a big draw here and the National Teachers Academy is becoming better and better,” Feldstein says. The high school offers a three-year program – Embarc – designed to prepare low-income students for success in their future studies or careers. “There are also multiple private schools, so there are a lot of options for young families.”
National Teachers Academy offers a safe and secure campus for students to learn and play.
Main building and entrance to Wendell Phillips Academy High School.
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Proximity to the CTA bus and the L
“Access to transportation is probably the biggest draw here,” Feldstein says. The Chicago Transit Authority provides local bus service to the community, with several stops along South Michigan Avenue. Locals are less than a mile from the Cermak-McCormick Place Train Station. “You can easily get on the L and take the green, red or orange line.” Residents are also near the intersection of Interstate 55 and Interstate 90, with O’Hare International Airport about 25 miles away.
Residents of Prairie District are less than a mile from the Cermak-McCormick Place Green Line.
The Metra located in McCormick Plaza takes Prairie District residents to and from the Loop.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Prairie District
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
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Crime Score
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Prairie District Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prairie District, Chicago sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Prairie District, Chicago over the last 12 months is $400,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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