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Lincoln Square Real Estate

 

The trendy neighborhood of Lincoln Square, boarded on the East by Ravenswood Ave. extends from Bryn Mawr Ave. to Montrose Ave., with the Chicago River to the West.

 

The heart of Lincoln Square is located at the intersections of Lawrence, Western and Lincoln Aves.  This area provides the neighborhood with a great variety of ethnic restaurants, particularly German, reflecting the historical roots of this area.  Residents of Lincoln Square also pride themselves on their kitschy neighborhood taverns, many with sidewalk seating during the warm Spring and Summer months.  In the summertime, Lincoln Square comes alive with outdoor music and art festivals and bustling farmers markets.   

 

 

Lincoln Square Real Estate Prices

You will see a lot of condos in 3-4 units buildings in Lincoln Square. One bedroom units are usually priced in the mid-200s and 2 bedroom unit start around the $300s. There are many beautiful single-family homes along the quiet residential streets- these usually start around $500k. Public transportation is plentiful with access to the CTA Brown line as well as the Metra Rail Ravenswood stop, making Lincoln Square a very desirable location.

 

Lincoln Square Transportation

 

Lincoln Square is an approximate thirty minute ride into downtown Chicago by bus or train, and is easily accessed by public transportation, the preferred method of transit for many Chicagoans.  “L” stops include Montrose, Damen, and Western along the brown line.

 

 

Lincoln Square Neighborhoods

 

Ravenswood, a small neighborhood within Lincoln Square and Uptown is bordered on the East by Ashland Ave.  Extending from Foster Ave. to Montrose Ave, Ravenswood ends at Western Ave.  Primarily populated by beautiful single-family homes, multi-family units and condominiums, Ravenswood is a popular choice for young families.  The tree-lined streets of Ravenswood lead to beautiful parks, lush gardens and community gardens.  The Metra’s Ravenswood stop gets residents downtown in less than twenty minutes. 

 

Budlong Woods, just north of Ravenswood, starts at the intersection of Lincoln and Bryn Mawr and extends south to Foster Ave.  This scenic neighborhood boasts over nine parks and nature areas creating plenty of wide open space within the city.  With very affordable single-family homes, Budlong Woods is an ideal location for people that appreciate the conveniences of being near the city without the congestion.