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A Chicago suburb hidden between parks and the university
While West Woodlawn is a Chicago suburb only a small section of the city, residents are never short of activity and amenities. “It’s just a melting pot with a diversity of lifestyle and people,” says Realtor Melinda Jordan with Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty. “Because the University of Chicago’s campus is an anchor within the neighborhood, you get the benefit of the diverse student population and access to the hospital. Also, Hyde Park and South Shore are hubs for the community.” Throughout West Woodlawn, Blacks in Green (BIG) works to improve sustainability and green spaces while maintaining its historical sites. One of these is the Emmett and Mamie Till-Mobley House Museum, which documents Woodlawn’s foundations dating back to the Great Migration. “You’ve got a number of community organizations in Woodlawn,” Jordan says. “Residents are committed to them, and they’re just always finding ways to better it.”
Leading lines curve through beautiful green spaces and point to the skyline in West Woodlawn.
The historic Midway Plaisance hosted the 1893 World's Fair near West Woodlawn.
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Community gardens and golfing along the South Shore
While West Woodlawn feels more urban at points, BIG aims to add more trees, sustainable businesses and pedestrian passageways along South Saint Lawrence Avenue. Currently, residents can stop and appreciate the local flora and pops of color at Mamie and Emmett Till Memorial Garden. West Woodlawn is also just a few minutes from some of Chicago’s best parks—Washington Park and Jackson Park. Across its 345 acres, Washington Park features trails winding through wetlands and prairies and countless athletic amenities, including cricket pitches. The park is also home to the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, highlighting more African American history and culture in Chicago and Woodlawn. To the east, Jackson Park is 551 acres along the shores of Lake Michigan, where people can boat, but people also love the park for its golf course.
Golfers readily use the driving range and golf course at Jackson Park near West Woodlawn.
Residents love the basketball courts in Washington Park near West Woodlawn.
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Italianate condos and bungalows in West Woodlawn
When living in West Woodlawn, people can find a mix of single-family homes and condos. Homes are often bungalows, while condos are brick Italianate buildings disguised as single-family homes but can house two to six individual units inside. Many streets have spots where mature trees shade the streets. Yards are encased with iron fencing, which often matches the iron detailing on front doors. “There have been tons of new construction in the area recently,” says broker Derek Walvoord with Exit Strategy Realty. “And this has led to an increase in median house prices and blurred boundary lines between West Woodlawn and the surrounding, more developed neighborhoods.” The neighborhood’s sustainability efforts extend to the housing, with Jordan highlighting that newer homes are using more sustainable building materials. Homes in Woodlawn typically list between $100,000 and $500,000, with the newer construction pricing higher.
Residents appreciate their fenced-in lawns in West Woodlawn.
Brick bungalows dominate the streets in West Woodlawn.
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Historic Irish pubs and soul food with a healthy twist
When dining out in West Woodlawn, residents can stop in several locally owned joints. Daley’s Restaurant has served the city since 1892 and today serves meatloaf and oven-baked chicken. Let’s Eat To Live offers soul food with an emphasis on healthy options, like fish. Jamaican Jerk Spice features Jamaican classics like brown stew chicken and oxtail. Grocery stores are under a mile from residents, with Jewel-Osco just a mile away and Aldi only half a mile away, both located along Cottage Grove Avenue.
Daley's Restaurant is a local favorite for an excellent diner experience in West Woodlawn.
Let’s Eat To Live serves healthy twists on classic soul food in West Woodlawn.
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Locals visit the indoor season of the 61st Street Farmers Market near West Woodlawn.
Woodlawn's farmer's markets and annual parades
West Woodlawn's proximity to parks and Woodlawn means residents have plenty to do, especially in the summer. The 61st Street Farmers Market’s summer season runs from May to October, bringing fresh produce and artisan goods to the community every Saturday. Over in Washington Park, the African Festival of the Arts celebrates African culture through food, art, music and dancing. In August, the Bub Billiken Parade goes down Martin Luther King Drive, featuring floats, marching bands, dance teams and music during the procession. It is the second largest parade in the country, next to the Rose Bowl, and has featured famous hosts like Oprah.
Hyde Park Academy High offers AP and IB classes
Students in West Woodlawn attend Emmett Louis Till Math and Science Academy, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade and receives a C-minus from Niche. Hyde Park Academy High School has a separate academy for its freshman students to help them transition into high school. It also offers Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. Niche gives it a D-plus ranking.
Till Elementary Math and Science Academy has 307 students near West Woodlawn.
Hyde Park Academy High School serves grades 9-12 near West Woodlawn.
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Buses throughout West Woodlawn and subways to downtown
When getting around West Woodlawn, buses run along the numbered streets going east and west, connecting people with amenities like grocery stores or the library along 63rd Street. Cottage Grove Avenue goes north to south along the eastern side of the community, linking it to Washington Park and the University of Chicago, where UChicago Medicine is only 1.6 miles away. Downtown Chicago is just 9.5 miles from West Woodlawn, accessible by I-90 just west of the neighborhood or the Cottage Grove and King Drive subway stops along 63rd Street. Because the Interstate is so close to the neighborhood, residents may hear more noise from commuters and traffic. Chicago Midway International Airport is the closest of Chicago’s airports, just 14.4 miles away for those traveling out of the city.
There are numerous CTA bus stops throughout West Woodlawn.
The Cottage Grove CTA Green Line is on the north side of West Woodlawn.
Locals have a quick ride to downtown Chicago from the 63rd Street Metra stop in West Woodlawn
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Important to know about living in West Woodlawn
West Woodlawn has a CAP Index Crime Score of 7 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. The overall crime score is driven by higher-than-average scores for violent crime, even as West Woodlawn has lower scores for property crime. Organizations like BIG and the 61st Street Farmers Market aim to improve the quality of life in West Woodlawn through accessible sustainability and health.
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Parks in this Area
Midway Plaisance Park
Basketball
Events
Ice Skating Rink
Nichols Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Trails
Mamie Till-Mobley Park
Basketball
Playground
Washington Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Boating
Jackson Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Hoard (Edison) Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Railroad Junction Playlot Park
Playground
Harris (Harriet) Park
Pool
Events
Community Center
Prairie Wolf Park
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
17 min drive
Bus
63rd Street & Eberhart
Bus
67th Street & St. Lawrence
Bus
King Drive & 64th Street
Bus
King Drive & 65th Street
Bus
Rhodes & 68th Street
Bus
King Drive & Marquette Rd
Bus
Keefe & South Chicago
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Woodlawn
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Woodlawn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Woodlawn, Chicago sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Woodlawn, Chicago over the last 12 months is $266,500, down 52% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Renovated Two-Unit Greystone in West Woodlawn! This classic Chicago Greystone features two spacious 3 bed, 1 bath units, each updated with hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, countertops, and modern finishes. Renovated in 2024 before the current tenants moved in. Underground plumbing replaced and updated in 2023 from the building to street. The unfinished basement offers potential for a
Landmark restoration distinguishes this large 2-story with basement just waiting for you and your family to call it home. The remodeled, move-in ready interior begins with a welcoming enclosed front porch that doubles as a foyer, leading into a spacious living/dining room combo and continuing into a fully remodeled kitchen (refrigerator and oven/range to be installed prior to closing). The main
Take this opportunity to own a solid brick, 24 unit walk-up apartment building with a very desirable unit mix of all 2bed/1bath units. This property is located in the W. Woodlawn area, and was gutted down to the bricks and completely renovated just a few years ago. In addition to a new roof, new copper plumbing, new electrical, and new gas lines for the building, every unit was rehabbed with
This beautiful and spacious 3-bedroom, second-floor apartment is now available in the quiet and charming Park Manor neighborhood. The home features forced heat and central air conditioning, providing year-round comfort. Each unit includes one designated parking space, and tenants are responsible for all utilities except water. Voucher programs are welcome. Please note: no prior evictions or
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Experience modern, urban living at its finest with this gorgeous new construction 3-bedroom, 2-bath rental in the vibrant Woodlawn neighborhood. Designed with a contemporary and sleek aesthetic, this home offers the perfect balance of city living and convenience. Just a short walk from the Green Line, the University of Chicago, and the future Obama Library, this location provides easy access to
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,451
Median Age
32
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$23,932
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$31,946
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.8%
College Graduates
12.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.2%
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®
70/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
78/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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