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Northern Chicago neighborhood combines college vibes with city living
A vibrant neighborhood in northern Chicago, Sheffield & DePaul has a unique culture influenced by its mixed populace. DePaul University is on the neighborhood's south end, making the area home to plenty of students, but not exclusively. It's within Chicago's city center and only a short "L" ride to downtown, and with a mix of single- and multi-family housing, many different types of people live here. "This area is interesting," says Grigory Pekarsky, who runs the Vest Team, which was named the top independent real estate group in Chicago by RealTrends. "You have bars on Diversey and places along Fullerton or Clark where you can feel in touch with the latest thing, but then there are Michelin-starred restaurants mixed in, too. Of course, you'll also stumble across a ton of entertainment districts for college kids." This diversity creates a vibrant atmosphere for those seeking a bustling urban lifestyle. With highly rated schools, historic and contemporary housing and plenty of bars and restaurants, Sheffield & DePaul has something to offer all sorts of residents.
The Housing in Sheffield & DePaul Feels Cosmopolitan and Sophisticated.
Large mural at the Wish Field Park in Sheffield & DePaul includes a Baseball field.
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Dining, nightlife and nearby shopping
Sheffield & DePaul has a rich variety of bars and eateries along Lincoln Avenue, like Batter & Berries, a popular brunch spot with creative takes on pancakes; Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, a local chain serving classic Chicago-style deep-dish; and Prost!, a beer hall with traditional German cuisine. Bars on Halsted Street like Kingston Mines, Chicago's largest and oldest continuously operating blues club, and The Wild Hare & Singing Armadillo Frog Sanctuary, which serves Caribbean food and plays reggae, entertain the neighborhood's lively residents. On the neighborhood's south end, Homeslice Pizza + Patio is a popular hangout, serving thin-crust pizza on an expansive modern rustic-style patio. Neighborhood grocery stores include Dom's Kitchen & Market and Trader Joe's, and nearby retailers include Target, Guitar Center and The Home Depot.
Dom's Kitchen and Market near Sheffield and DePaul has great food and places to sit and enjoy.
Residents of Sheffield and DePaul have many big box stores nearby like Target.
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Entertainment options and community events
Each summer, the Sheffield Neighborhood Association (SNA) hosts the Sheffield Garden Walk, a free community event with a self-guided tour of 60 neighborhood gardens, live music and refreshments from local businesses. SNA offers opportunities for residents to become involved with the community throughout the year through activities like maintaining the neighborhood's planters, attending community meetings and summer movie nights at Trebes Park. For additional entertainment, residents can check out live music at Lincoln Hall or catch a play at Apollo Theater Chicago. Nearby, Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema plays a variety of new movies in addition to independent and foreign language films.
Residents of Sheffield and DePaul can check out the DePaul community Garden.
Residents of Sheffield and DePaul can swing over to the Apollo Theater.
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Historic housing blends seamlessly with the contemporary
Housing in Sheffield & DePaul ranges from historic 1800s-built Victorian homes to freshly constructed contemporaries. Old and new blend seamlessly here, as older properties have been carefully maintained and new constructions honor the neighborhood's historic architecture with tasteful, unassuming exteriors and using traditional materials like brick to execute more modern designs. It's a dense urban area, so though some single-family housing is available, most homes are multi-family, and the single-family homes sit close together on the neighborhood's streets. Typically, though, these homes maximize square footage by using most of the lot but still save some space for an outdoor area, and some have rooftop patios. Prices here start around $275,000 for a two-bedroom condo and sometimes exceed $3 million for a new build or well-maintained historic home. The median list price is $675,000 overall, and the median sale price is $2.3 million for a single-family home.
A beautiful row of homes that showcase the popular home types in Sheffield & DePaul.
Many streets in Sheffield and DePaul have a mixture of new builds and historic homes.
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Spend time outside in neighborhood green spaces
Public green spaces in Sheffield & DePaul include Jonquil Park, Wiggly Field Dog Park and Trebes Park. In the middle of the neighborhood, Jonquil Park is an expansive urban green space where kids enjoy a large playground and residents hang out on its tidy treed lawn. It has tennis courts, baseball fields and movie nights in the summer. Wiggly Field Dog Park is where residents take their furry friends, and it's equipped with play areas for small and large dogs alike. Trebes Park is a small but active space on the neighborhood's southwest corner, complete with a rec center and meticulously maintained gardens.
Jonquil Park is a great place to hang out with your dog while you read a book.
Two guys play catch with a yellow frisbee on the DePaul Quad.
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Getting around town from Diversey station
The Brown and Purple Lines serve the Diversey "L" station and connect residents north-south throughout Chicago. Sheffield & DePaul is about 15 miles from both O'Hare International Airport and Chicago Midway International Airport, and the nearest hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, is less than a mile north of the neighborhood.
The Sheffield & DePaul is well connected with the L running through the neighborhood.
Residents of the Sheffield and DePaul neighborhood can grab the train at Diversey station.
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Students attend top-ranked Illinois public high school
Students here attend Oscar Mayer Magnet School for kindergarten through eighth grade. The school received an A-minus rating on the educational review site, Niche. For high school, they attend Lincoln Park High School, which received an A and ranked the #1 Standout High School in Illinois on Niche's 2024 Best Schools list. Private options nearby include St. Josaphat School and Saint Clement School, both of which are Catholic preschool through eighth-grade schools with A ratings on Niche, as well as St. James Lutheran School, a preschool through eighth-grade school, and the French-American School of Chicago, a kindergarten through 12th-grade school, both of which have not been rated. DePaul University is also located in the neighborhood.
Mayer Elementary School is a great public school for residents in the Sheffield and DePaul area.
Lincoln Park High School main grand four pillar entrance, Chicago, IL.
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Parks in this Area
Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Wiggly Field Dog Park
Dog Park
Trebes Park
Playground
Jonquil Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Trails
Bauler Park
Tennis
Pickleball
Playground
Diversey Driving Range
The DePaul Quad
Trails
Supera Park
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
24 min drive
Subway
Diversey Station
Subway
Fullerton Station
Bus
Fullerton & Halsted & Lincoln
Bus
Webster & Bissell
Bus
Halsted & Belden
Bus
Halsted & Schubert
Bus
Fullerton & Sheffield (Red & Brown & Purple Line)
Bus
Halsted & Wrightwood
Bus
Fullerton & Seminary
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sheffield & DePaul
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sheffield & DePaul Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sheffield & DePaul, Chicago sell after 99 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sheffield & DePaul, Chicago over the last 12 months is $292,000, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located on a quintessential Lincoln Park tree-lined street, this condo is situated in a classic Chicago brownstone secure with gated entry and intercom system. Converted into upscale condominiums in 2015, this four-unit self-managed building has been well maintained and features a lush, landscaped front yard and charming patio. The main level, designed for both comfort & style, has a perfect
Anne Rodia@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Luxury meets livability in this beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Lincoln Park condo, nestled within the sought-after Agassiz Elementary and Lincoln Park High School districts! Spanning nearly 1,800 sq ft across two well-appointed levels, this extra-wide floorplan boasts plank oak floors, oversized crown molding, and 8" solid-core doors throughout. The chef-inspired kitchen features
Leigh Marcus@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Spacious and bright Lincoln Park Gem in a boutique 4 unit building. The 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home's east exposure provides unique sunshine and floods with natural light in this 2000 sq ft beauty. Freshly painted living room and dining area offers ample room for entertaining with a fireplace & mantle and gleaming hardwood floors thru out the home. The white kitchen is adorned with granite and
At Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments, we offer a large variety of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom contemporary apartments with amenities to meet your demanding lifestyle. Our location in Lincoln Park is key. Residents can enjoy stellar views of the city, renown shopping and dining, proximity to downtown, access to the beach and all the many area amenities. Now is the time to make Edith Spurlock Sampson
This spacious 3 bed / 2.5 bath duplex-down apartment in Lincoln Park with in-unit laundry and Central air. The kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a garbage disposal. Steps to Fullerton CTA and top dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Step into your bright and inviting apartment, thoughtfully designed to fill your home with natural light. Enjoy the convenience of front-loader laundry, a dishwasher, and stainless steel appliances, all adding a touch of modern sophistication. With in-unit climate control and ample closet space, your apartment offers both style and functionality, creating the perfect space to unwind and feel at
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
11,362
Median Age
29
Population Density
48 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$183,701
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$189,266
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
87.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
83/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
95/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
83/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
