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Lincoln Park

Historic brownstones, the lakefront, world-class dining, and some of Chicago's most desirable blocks — a neighborhood that blends the energy of the city with genuine residential charm.

About Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park is one of Chicago's most iconic neighborhoods — 1,200 acres of lakefront park lending their name to the community that wraps around them. Tree-lined streets of greystones and brownstones, the free Lincoln Park Zoo, and miles of lakefront trail are the headline features, but the neighborhood's everyday appeal is its mix of residential calm and walkable commercial corridors.

The area grew up around DePaul University and retains a lively student energy near Fullerton, while blocks closer to the park and lake are anchored by some of the city's most coveted single-family homes. Armitage Avenue, Halsted Street, and Clybourn offer a deep bench of boutiques, restaurants, and theater.

I work closely with clients across Lincoln Park through my team at @properties. Whether you're looking at a vintage walk-up near the zoo, a single-family on a quiet east-of-Lincoln street, or a new-construction townhome closer to Clybourn, I can help you navigate a market that moves quickly and often off-market.

Dining & Entertainment

Notable Restaurants

  • Alinea

    Three-Michelin-star tasting menu, one of the most celebrated restaurants in the country

  • Boka

    Michelin-starred New American, the flagship of the Boka Restaurant Group

  • North Pond

    Farm-to-table dining in a historic Arts & Crafts building inside the park

  • Summer House Santa Monica

    Bright, California-inspired menu on Halsted, famous for its cookies

Local Favorites

  • R.J. Grunts

    The original Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, a neighborhood institution since 1971

  • Steppenwolf Theatre

    Tony Award-winning theater company, the heart of Chicago's storefront theater scene

  • The Second City

    Legendary comedy club and training ground for generations of SNL cast members

  • Armitage Avenue Shopping

    A walkable stretch of independent boutiques, coffee shops, and cafes

  • Floriole Cafe & Bakery

    Beloved French-style bakery on Webster with a loyal neighborhood following

Schools

Lincoln Park offers one of Chicago's deepest benches of public, private, and parochial schools, plus DePaul University right in the neighborhood.

Public Schools

  • Oscar Mayer Magnet

    Top-rated K-8 magnet with dual-language programming

  • Alcott Elementary

    Strong neighborhood school with an engaged parent community

  • Lincoln Elementary

    Highly-rated neighborhood school serving the east side of the neighborhood

  • Lincoln Park High School

    IB program, double-honors track, and strong performing arts

Private & Independent

  • Francis W. Parker School

    Progressive JK-12 independent school, a Chicago institution

  • St. Clement School

    Catholic PreK-8 with strong academics and a tight-knit community

  • Children's Day School

    Play-based early childhood program, a neighborhood favorite

  • DePaul University

    The nation's largest Catholic university anchors the neighborhood's south side

Parks & Lakefront

Lincoln Park

1,200 acres of lakefront green space — the city's largest park and the neighborhood's namesake

Lincoln Park Zoo

One of the last free-admission zoos in the country, open 365 days a year

Lincoln Park Conservatory

Beautiful Victorian-era glass house with year-round tropical plant displays

North Avenue Beach

Iconic Chicago beach with skyline views, volleyball courts, and a boat-shaped boathouse

Oz Park

Wizard of Oz-themed park with playgrounds, a dog park, and open fields

Chicago History Museum

The city's oldest cultural institution, at the south end of Lincoln Park

Getting Around

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Red Line

Fullerton and North/Clybourn stations provide 24-hour service directly downtown

~10-15 min to the Loop

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Brown & Purple Lines

Armitage, Fullerton, and Diversey stations serve the western side of the neighborhood

~15-20 min to the Loop

By Car

Direct access to Lake Shore Drive and I-90/94. Permit parking common on residential blocks.

~10 min to downtown (off-peak)

Interested in Lincoln Park?

Lincoln Park moves fast and a lot of the best inventory never hits the open market. Let's talk about what you're looking for and how I can help.

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