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Overview
Just north of trendy Andersonville lies the lakeside neighborhood of Edgewater. With the Loyola University campus in the north end of the neighborhood, the area attracts students and young professionals. But even with a nearby college, the area still manages to maintain its quiet suburban roots. Towards the west side of the neighborhood are more single-family homes, schools, and parks that young families frequent. Along the lake, you will find both mid and high-rise condo buildings overlooking Foster Beach and Lake Michigan. For entertainment, nearby Andersonville offers a multitude of bars and eateries that make for an exciting night out, without putting a hole in your wallet. So while you may travel outside the neighborhood confines for most of your entertainment options, Edgewater serves as a peaceful neighborhood to come home to every night.
Homes in Edgewater
Where To Live
The most notable places to live in Edgewater are the string of apartment complexes and condominiums up and down the beachfront. This stretch is notable for its high to mid-rise apartment complexes that stick out among other neighborhoods. Most of Edgewater's residences are located in this area. More inland the more traditional, and sometimes less expensive, Chicago houses and apartments can be found.
Price Vibes
Edgewater residents can enjoy the culture of nearby Andersonville without paying the premium for housing. With a median home price comparable to that Buena Park and Uptown, Edgewater offers affordable options for most budgets. While the single-family homes will give you more space and a yard, they run at a higher price point. On the opposite side, there are various mid- and high-rise condo buildings that offer more accessible housing options, as well as some more luxurious ones.
Around Edgewater
Where To Eat
Edgewater boasts a wide range of restaurants from all different corners of the globe. The most popular area to grab a bite is along North Broadway where the beach is just a quick walk away. Here you can dine on anything from Vietnamese, Ethiopian, and Thai to more traditional options like pizza and hamburgers. North Clark is also a bustling area for diverse restaurants where you can have Swedish brunch or let your mouth take a trip as far as the Mediterranean.
Friday Night Fun
Edgewater is a very bar heavy area for Friday nights. Anything from a low key bar with a great beer selection, to holes-in-the-wall and lounges. If you're looking for something other than beer there's a host of wine and martini bars in the area as well. If you want a more low key night out check out some of many relaxing cafes in the neighborhood.
The Perfect Sunday
Sundays in Edgewater offer a wide variety of options. A favorite among locals when the weather's nice is a trip to the various beaches along Lake Michigan. There's a lot of restaurant and brunch options just a walk away from the beach once you've gotten enough sun. During the winter, head to Andersonville for some world class shopping, or take a trip to Edgewater's homely farmers market and Swedish American Museum.
Transportation Options
Being on the northernmost side of Chicago, Edgewater is the endpoint for the famed Lake Shore Drive that will take you south to Downtown and even further to the South Side. There are also four different Red Line stations that run north/south, as well as multiple bus routes that weave throughout the area. Being this far north, driving is relatively common and can be convenient for navigating the rest of the North Side. And in case you're training for a marathon, the Lakefront Trail originates in Edgewater and will carry you 18 miles down to the South Shore neighborhood.
Living Here
Locals Love
Easy access to public transportation • Extremely walkable • Friendly environment
Residents Say
Edgewater has been a wonderful place to raise a family from the schools to the parks. Not to mention it is still convenient enough for us to commute to the city for work.
- Edgewater Resident
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