John D. Openshaw

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312-893-3577
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Downtown Chicago Communities

Lincoln Park

The lakefront neighborhood of Lincoln Park offers wonderful boutique shopping, resturants and the parks that line the lake.    Joggers, bicyclists and team sports use the parks during the warmer months. Beyond outdoor activities you’ll find plenty of theatres, restaurants, and shopping. Known for it's upscale boutiques, Lincoln Park is a shoppers heaven. Take a stroll down Armitage and Halsted and you’ll find hidden treasures for your home in stores like Faded Rose, The Urban Gardener and Ancient Echoes. Plus with the myriad of clothing boutiques, finding the seasons must-haves for your wardrobe is a snatch. With its tree lined streets, appetizing restaurants and unique boutiques you’ll feel at home as you roam along the distinguished streets of Lincoln Park.

Stop in at Ben & Jerry's on Amritage Ave or the Gejas Cafe.  Dine at Charlie Trotters and window shop for antiques at Turtle Creek Antiques or Sona Simone's.  There are so many shops and boutiques that you can regularly visit on evening walks.

It's just a delightful neighborhood with friendly people and many thnigs to do.

Lakeview

Lake View is an expansive neighborhood so you’ll always find something to do. When it comes to shopping Lake View offers an assortment of shops. Antique row, located along Belmont, houses hidden treasures as you sift through six blocks of shops. Work your way to Clark and Belmont and you’ll find a different shopping scene. This section of town is popular with younger crowds having shops that appeal to their youthful, trendy fashions.  For evening entertainment there's an amazing selection of cafes, bars and restaurants. Southport Avenue is a favorite offering tastes of Thai, Italian and French cooking. The Music Box on Southport is a theatre you don’t want to miss. It shows a variety of foreign, art and vintage films. Lake View is very eclectic, and you’ll enjoy the novelty as you explore different parts of this ever-changing neighborhood.

As with other metropolitan areas arounf the country, Chicago's downtown is seeing a movement towards residential living.  Young downtown executives as well as CEO's are opting for the choice to be near the office.   Chicago's vibrant "Loop" is becoming a residential mecca for the well heeled.  Old "Landmark" office buildings are currently being transformed into luxury condominiums.  State Street that great street has experienced a revival.   Local merchants have worked long and hard with the city to enhance the once booming retail business.  It's working!  Walk down the street and see the change.   Soon you will find people walking fido like any other neighborhood.  

Chicago's "New" East Side can be considered part of Downtown.  The area just east of Michigan Avenue has also had a resurgence in construction.  Some of the high rises just north of Grant Park offer spectacular views of the city and lake.  New construction along the river offers all the conveniences found in other neighborhoods, walk to the Art Institute, Grant Park, and Goodman Theatre. 

Oldtown

Within Lincoln Park, "Old Town" is a small neighborhood where housing is a mix of condominiums, townhomes, family homes and mansions.  The community the home of the oldest juried art fair in the country.   The area includes the "Old Town Triangle" one of the true historic districts in the city.  Homes originating from the early 1800's have been restored to their original glory. A short walk takes you to Lincoln Park and all the shops and restaurants.  A neighborhood group, the "Old Town Triangle Association",   keeps the area unique.

Condominiums presently on the market range in sales price from the low $200's for 2 bedrooms or less up to $1,000,000 for a 4-bedroom residence. Fee simple homes range from $500,000 for 2 or less bedrooms up to more than $2,000,000. for 5 or more bedrooms.

Goldcoast

Gold Coast,  pricey highrises, streets with names such as Astor, Goethe, State, Dearborn or Elm, Cedar and Oak.   Fine hotels, Ambassador East and West - The PUMP ROOM.   The proximity to the entertainment community of Rush St./Division St. or the shopping of the Mag Mile makes this part of town live up to its name.

Condominiums presently on the market range in sales price from $300,000 for 2 bedrooms up to $1.5 million for a 4-bedroom residence. Fee simple homes range from $1million for 2 bedrooms to more than $3 million for 5 or more bedrooms

Wrigleyville

Housed within Lake View is Wrigleyville, home of the Chicago Cubs. Fans from all over come to enjoy Wrigley Field, hot-dogs, and sport bars. But it is much more then just a sporting neighborhood. Wrigleyville provides plenty of activities from clubs to shopping. When it comes to nightlife there is never a dull moment, especially along Clark, Sheffield, and Belmont. Whether you want to dance the night away at the Smart Bar or enjoy a local band playing at The Cubby Bear you’ll always have a good time in Wrigleyville. Beyond the clubs you’ll find a sampling of ethnic foods, and unique shops. If your looking for vintage items this is a great place to begin your search. The energy this neighborhood emits is contagious, so delve in and you’ll be sure to hit a home run.

Buck Town and Wicker Park

Once known to few the neighborhoods of Bucktown and Wicker Park are now the hip, up and coming areas. Thought of as a poetic, artistic neighborhood it is the home to an array venues offering everything from poetry readings to the latest bands. The streets are quickly changing as boutiques and cutting-edge galleries are lining the streets of Milwaukee, North and Damen along with trendy restaurants and coffeehouses. You’ll find many local designers displaying their clothing or jewelry in various boutiques found in the area.These neighborhoods are definitively the place to be and offer visitors and locals a plethora of entertainment.