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LAKE VIEWS •  OUTDOOR RECREATION  • PRIME LOCATION • CAFES & SHOPPING

Open green space and a beautiful seemingly never-ending lakefront are two of the top features conveniently adjacent to the eastern border of the Park West neighborhood community, which make Park West attractive for those in the market to buy a home or condo. It’s all about the views. Plus, the luxury of having these outdoor amenities so close, makes a day trip to the beach, an outdoor run or a stroll along the lakefront such a breeze. 

Located within the Lincoln Park neighborhood along a sizable stretch of the namesake park, Park West offers some of the best of city living. This community area, while small, offers numerous perks. Spend summer days at Diversey Harbor, should boating be a favorite pastime, or get a dose of nature while biking or walking through the North Pond Nature Sanctuary. 

If you have young ones in tow, stop in at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and explore the collections and exhibitions with them, including its famed butterfly Haven. 

For dining, shopping and nightlife check out Clark Street and its collection of cafes, bars and specialty stores.

Where is Park West?

Situated on the northeastern side of the Lincoln Park neighborhood, Park West falls within the boundaries of Lakeview Ave on the east side, Halsted St on the west, and Diversey Parkway and Fullerton Ave to the north and south, respectively. The community area is a draw due to its position near two of Lincoln Park’s most treasured attractions: Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park. 

The Park West neighborhood forms part of the 43rd Ward and its zip code is 60614, like many other community areas of Lincoln Park. 

For those looking to access Park West via public transportation, the following bus routes service the area: #74 Fullerton, #76 Diversey, #8 Halsted, #143 Stockton/Michigan Express and the #22 Clark

The red, brown and purple CTA train lines are also within a short distance of Park West and commuters have the option of the Fullerton or Diversey stations as the closest points. 

Given its location near Lake Michigan, Lake Shore Drive is the closest expressway to Park West, connecting this neighborhood community to downtown Chicago, as well as the northeastern and southeastern neighborhoods that sit along the lakefront. 

The 90/94 is just a few miles west, approximately a 10-15 minute drive from Park West, off of Fullerton Ave near Western Ave. 

Park West Real Estate Market Snapshot

HIGH RISES • PROXIMITY TO PARK & LAKE • CONDOS FOR SALE • MID-RISE BUILDINGS

Given its proximity to Lincoln Park’s namesake park and Lake Michigan, elevated views are highly sought after in Park West. This is reflected in the real estate inventory of the neighborhood. Condos for sale in the area can largely be found in high rises, which offer lake and/or city views in addition to amenities like 24-hour doormen, rooftop pools and decks, and floor-to-ceiling windows. A majority of the condos for sale are one- and two-bedroom units. 

Due to the concentration of high rise real estate in the area, assessment fees for condos in the Park West neighborhood tend to be on the higher end, often upwards of $400. A number of the high rises in Park West were built in the 1960s and 1970s, with a mix of rehabbed and updated condos.

Mid-rise buildings with condos for sale are also among the real estate choices in the area. These are generally modern brick buildings or newer construction properties, some having elevators and/or courtyards. They offer more square footage and are suitable for families looking to buy a home in this east Lincoln Park neighborhood because of its location, but needing more space for storage and living.

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Live Like a Local in Chicago’s Park West Neighborhood

Schedule a condo showing with a Park West real estate agent and then explore the neighborhood on your own. Here’s a quick self-guided tour of Park West in Lincoln Park.

For a morning pick-me-up grab some coffee and an artisanal donut at Firecakes Donuts (2453 N Clark St). With its delectable menu you may be tempted to have more than one. After your sweet treat, head east along Fullerton Ave to the beach. Spend some time soaking in the sun and admiring the city skyline. If it’s a fall day, walk through Lincoln Park and enjoy the foliage in its full array of colors. Come the afternoon, grab a quick bite at Sultan’s Market (2521 N Clark St), a local favorite for Middle Eastern cuisine. For dinner, consider some comfort food at Drawl Southern Cookhouse & Whiskey Room (2423 N Clark St). And for some evening entertainment, cozy up to a high boy at B.L.U.E.S. (2519 N Halsted St) and watch local and visiting musicians share their soulful tunes.

Park West Dining & Nightlife Hotspots

Fast-casual restaurants, cafes, bakeries and a range of ethnic cuisines are among the food and drink options available in Park West. Many of these restaurants can be found along Clark St and the community’s periphery. 

• Warm Belly Bakery (2472 N Clark St) - bakery shop with an emphasis on cookies of all varieties and good coffee.

• Colectivo Coffee (2530 N Clark St) - a Midwest coffee shop with five locations in Chicago, including this one in Lincoln Park which has outdoor seating, a fire pit and a food and beer menu.

• Frances’ Deli & Brunchery (2552 N Clark St) this long-standing neighborhood restaurant has served breakfast, lunch and brunch for more than 80 years. 

• Pars Cove Restaurant (435 W Diversey Parkway) decades-old Persian restaurant and neighborhood staple.

• Molly’s Cupcakes (2536 N Clark St) award-winning bakery that has an extensive menu of cupcakes, plus other treats like pies, cakes and ice cream.

• Sapori Trattoria (2701 N Halsted St) cozy neighborhood Italian restaurant.

Park West Neighborhood Amenities

The small community area of Park West has plenty of amenities in and near its borders. For recreation and outdoor activities, there is ample space in Lincoln Park and along the lakefront. If you’re looking for more targeted training there are fitness facilities like TITLE Boxing Club (2417 N Clark St) and Lincoln Park Fitness Center (444 W Fullerton Pkwy #1). 

For groceries and general shopping, residents have access to a Trader Joe’s (667 W Diversey Pkwy) and a Target (2640 N Clark St) within the neighborhood’s borders. 

The two elementary schools in the area are Saint Clement School (2524 N Orchard St), a private institution, and Alcott Elementary College Prep East (2625 N Orchard St), a Chicago Public School. Other schools in the vicinity are Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (615 W Kemper Pl), Francis Parker School (330 W Webster), which is a private school that serves grades K-12, and Lincoln Park High School (2001 N Orchard St).

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