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Robust culture in West Ridge
West Ridge—also known as West Rogers Park—is a community with strong ethnic, religious and historical ties that have attracted Chicagoans to the area for more than a century. After WWI, immigrants of international descent flocked to the neighborhood’s bungalows, creating a melting pot of cultures that thrives to this day. “You’re within city limits, but it’s very residential so it feels like living in the suburbs,” explains Helen Bailey, a local Realtor with Pioneer Realty Group. “Proximity to places of worship is important to a lot of people. You’ve got a lot of parks and families walking around; you see a lot of kids in the area—those are all selling points.” Enveloping the vibrance of Devon Avenue and some of the city’s most historic Jewish communities, West Ridge remains a thriving hub.
Families love picnicking in the shade at Indian Boundary Park in West Rogers Park.
Music enlivens the Assyrian New Year Parade in West Rogers Park.
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Historic bungalows and classic Midwestern Prairies
The Talman West Ridge Bungalow Historic District stretches across the neighborhood, an array of nearly 200 classic Chicago bungalows constructed in the early 20th century. Typically made of brick, these homes offer unique flares like steep, pitched roofs and bay windows with modest yards extending to the sidewalk. “A lot of people go for the bungalow because it’s an architectural staple in Chicago,” Bailey says. “They’re quite attractive, big and historically more affordable.” It’s not uncommon to spot neat gardens or wide road verges, where the occasional Prairie-style home characterizes West Ridge as truly Midwestern. These single-family homes range in price between $300,000 to around $700,000. Towering condo buildings offer units with less than 1,000 square feet for around $100,000, while larger units can reach $800,000. Meanwhile, townhomes typically hover between $250,000 and $500,000.
West Rogers Park residents have many beautifully landscaped front yards.
You can find homes with intricate ornamentation in the West Rogers Park neighborhood.
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Biking the North Branch Trail System
Indian Boundary Park is one of the most popular green spaces in West Ridge, with a historic fieldhouse, community garden, lagoon and nature play space that was formerly a zoo. Each summer, visitors gather for free movies on an inflatable screen. Warren Park is the largest, however, with ball courts and fields, as well as a 9-hole golf course and a seasonal ice rink. “There’s a bike path along the river that’s pretty unique because you’re off city streets for miles,” Bailey explains, referring to the North Branch Trail System. “It wraps all the way through the suburbs—more than 15 miles of unobstructed path. If someone is an ambitious commuter, they can actually bike to work.” Accessible from Sidney Yates Flatwoods—less than 4 miles east—the trail connects to a handful of green spaces, including Edgebrook Woods.
Kids will love looking at the turtles swim at Indian Boundary Park in West Rogers Park.
A biker rides the Northshore Channel Bike Trail in the Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park.
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Celebrating unique cultures with Chicago Public Schools
Local students begin their studies at the Mosaic School of Fine Arts, where visual and performing arts programs foster creativity in various disciplines. Earning a B-minus on Niche, the public school enrolls kindergarten through eighth-grade students who speak more than 30 unique native languages. This celebration of cultural differences is continued at Mather High School, considered the most diverse secondary school in Chicago, with a grade of B on Niche. Paired with more than 25 athletic teams and 30 electives, the school’s annual Ethnic Fest includes an International Food Bazaar for students to show off their favorite dishes. West Ridge Elementary School also feeds into Mather High. With a B-minus on Niche, the school is easily walkable for many kindergarten through eighth-grade students.
Mosaic School is a fine and performing arts magnet cluster school in the CPS network.
Mather High School is the most diverse high school in the city of Chicago.
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The commuter lifestyle in West Ridge
The community of West Ridge is about 12 miles north of downtown Chicago. “You’re close to the suburbs without being in the suburbs,” Bailey says. “City employees have to live within city boundaries, so many of them live here because they can have a suburban lifestyle within city limits.” Commuters can easily rely on CTA bus stops throughout the neighborhood, though Rogers Park station takes riders 30 minutes to Ogilvie Center. “It’s not too far from the highway either,” she continues, referring to Interstate 90. “Commuting is easy, but there aren’t any L stops within walking distance.” Those looking to catch the Red or Purple Lines can head to nearby Howard, Jarvis or Morse stations. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 12 miles east on Devon Avenue, while the closest emergency room is located within Swedish Hospital, 2 miles south.
The CTA bus lines are used quite heavily along Devon Avenue in West Rogers Park.
Commuters await the Metra train in the West Rogers Park neighborhood.
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The vibrance of Devon Avenue
The community of West Ridge is home to Little India, a 15-block stretch of Devon Avenue offering a multiplicity of Indian and Pakistani boutiques and eateries. Uru-Swati is a go-to for vegan and vegetarian provisions, while Sukhadia’s specializes in sweets like jilebis and mango milkshakes. As for groceries, visitors frequent Patel Brothers for everything from spiced pickles to ready-to-cook parathas. Next door is the produce-heavy Fresh Farms International Market, but daily staples are also shopped at ALDI down the street. Yeowoosai serves Korean specialties beneath TVs displaying colorful K-pop music videos, and North Shore Kosher Bakery serves Jewish specialties from rugelach to yeast hamantaschen. As for traditional American fare, residents of West Ridge head to Honeybear Café for maximalist breakfasts and eclectic artwork.
Sahil in West Rogers Park has beautiful garments with vibrant colors for both men and women.
Locals can get their groceries at Patel Brothers in West Rogers Park.
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Places of worship throughout the community
The vibrant and culturally diverse community of West Ridge offers several houses of worship, serving many groups in the area. The Congregation Khal Chasidim and Congregation KINS of West Rogers Park are within blocks of one another, walkable from many residences alongside the Congregation Ezras Israel. The Shree Ganesh Temple of Chicago and the International Society for Krishna Consciousness are within a mile or two of the community, while Devon Avenue offers many Masjid.
Congregation Khal Chasidim is located in West Rogers Park, a community with many cultures.
Congregation KINS of West Rogers Park is one of many religious sanctuaries in the neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Lerner (Leo) Park
Tennis
Playground
Mather (Stephen Tyng) Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Leider Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Lunt (Orrington, Stephen) Park
Playground
Park No. 538
Baseball/Softball
Boating
Trails
Kamen Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
James Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Indian Boundary Park
Lake
Playground
Waterpark
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
23 min drive
Bus
Western & Lunt
Bus
California & Pratt
Bus
Peterson & Wolcott
Bus
California & Bryn Mawr
Bus
California & Jarvis
Bus
Devon & Washtenaw
Bus
Lincoln & Washtenaw
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Ridge
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Ridge, Chicago sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Ridge, Chicago over the last 12 months is $238,250, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Discover comfortable living at 6251 N Talman Ave in Chicago's West Rogers Park neighborhood. These spacious one-bedroom apartments feature hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, and modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the convenience of on-site parking and easy access to public transportation, shopping, and dining options along Devon and Western avenues. Pet-friendly units are
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
73,846
Median Age
38
Population Density
33 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,231
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,619
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
41.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.6%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
52/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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