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Wicker Park Real Estate

Wicker Park, on the northwest end of Chicago’s West Town community, was a developed subdivision in the late 1800’s. Soon after the Great Chicago Fire, merchants built large luxurious homes in the area, many clustered around Hoyne and Pierce Streets. In years preceding World War I, Wicker Park became a popular destination for immigrants moving to Chicago. To this day, the European influence can be seen in the ornate and magnificent architecture in churches and other landmarks throughout this community. Today Wicker Park is known as a beautiful neighborhood populated with young up-and-coming professionals and artists.

The Wicker Park Community

Wicker Park is considered to be bordered by the Bloomingdale Line (north), Division (south), Western Avenue (west), and Ashland (east). These boundaries, like many of the boundaries that delineate Chicago neighborhoods, are flexible and seem to change over time.

Convenient to public transportation, Wicker Park is a favorite neighborhood among Chicagoans that commute downtown on a daily basis. Due to recent gentrification efforts, business activity has gotten a boost and Wicker Park has developed a reputation for claiming some of the greatest restaurants, shopping, and entertainment that Chicago has to offer. Property values continue to rise and attract builders for new construction opportunities, while Wicker Park maintains its fair share of beautiful Victorian era homes. Many of these historic homes were built by brewery owners in the early 1900’s, which explains Hoyne Street’s nickname: “Beer Baron Row.”

Wicker Park Real Estate Prices

Wicker Park is divided into several different neighborhoods, each having its own historic background.

Ukrainian Village

Located in the south end of Wicker Park, the Ukrainian Village was settled in the late 1800s after the construction of the “L” train line, or “elevated train”. Separated from the surrounding areas by a wall of industrial complexes and the strong presence of the eastern European church organizations, the Ukrainian Village was always considered one of the safer neighborhoods in Wicker Park.

East Village

East Village neighborhood, located East of Ukrainian Village, was once called East Ukrainian Village. East Village had the reputation of being more of a working class neighborhood due to it’s proximity to the L. In an effort to protect the architectural history of this neighborhood, East Village has declared many of its historic homes as Chicago Landmarks.

Many of the Wicker Park real estate listings for East Village are grouped with Ukrainian Village, so the prices for the latter will apply to East Village as well.

Noble Square

Noble Square can be found directly east of East Village with the boundaries of the Kennedy Expressway, Ashland Ave., North Ave., and Chicago Ave. Many people now think of this neighborhood as strictly Wicker Park or West Town.

River West

This tiny area, just east of the Kennedy Expressway, is known for its huge loft buildings converted into residential buildings, as well as several new construction developments with upscale single family homes.

Wicker Park Area Entertainment and Recreation

Not only known for its varied neighborhoods and real estate prices, Wicker Park also has a great selection of cultural and recreational activities.

The ARCC
The Arts Reaching Children of Chicago isn’t just for children; there are also opportunities for adults to participate in classes and programs, such as yoga and other exercise classes. The ARCC also hosts birthday parties. A local favorite!

Chicago Dramatists
Going on its 28^th season, the Chicago Dramatists offer widely varied programming to theater fans and offer new opportunities for up-and-coming playwrights.

Chopin Theatre
Going on its 17^th year, this private venue for the performing arts has presented thousands of theater productions, poetry readings, films, and musical events. Presenters have included the Guild Complex, Chicago Filmmakers, Young Chicago Authors, and much more.