April 4, 2019
Lincoln Park Chicago Condos
What You Need to Know About the Lincoln Park Neighborhood
By LLCR Staff

Nestled right along Lake Michigan and north of downtown Chicago, the Lincoln Park neighborhood offers its residents coveted convenience and character. Residents enjoy the benefits of big-city living along with the perks of neighborhood charm.

Lincoln Park provides rich history, endless outdoor activities, and easy access to the highway and public transportation, making the neighborhood hard to beat.

Check out everything you need to know about what it’s like to call the Lincoln Park neighborhood home.

Walk Through These Lincoln Park Condos

The Lincoln Park neighborhood offers the perfect combination of historic walk-ups and brand new builds.

Many of the top properties in the neighborhood are located close to the park and near the University of DePaul. Condos off Armitage Avenue also provide an unbeatable location near some of the neighborhood’s best shopping and dining. However, you can find fabulous condos sprinkled throughout the entire area.

Take a look at 1960 North Lincoln Park West and discover an incredibly rare and recently updated condo that delivers unbeatable location and amenities. Situated right along Lincoln Park, you can find easy access to the Lake, Lincoln Park Zoo, and CTA. Additionally, the building’s units provide fully-renovated open-concept kitchens complete with granite countertops and expansive countertops, private covered balconies with sliding glass doors, and captivating panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.

Also, don’t miss the vintage condo that recently hit the Lincoln Park market. 2317 North Cambridge Avenue #2S offers a stunning space in the self-managed building right in the center of the charming Lincoln Park neighborhood. The available unite features beautiful original dark wood trim, hardwood floors throughout, and fully mature trees hugging the building.

If you’re ready to check out Lincoln Park’s most desirable condos for yourself, one of our experienced brokers can help set up a property tour and ease the search for your dream place.

Where to Live in Wrightwood Neighbors

Wrightwood Neighbors is a popular pocket neighborhood of the larger Lincoln Park community bounded by Halsted and Fullerton and Lakewood and Diversey.

This lively neighborhood features a great mix of new and historic real estate, along with a great sense of community for people both old and young.

Scattered throughout the charming streets, Wrightwood Neighbors bost beautiful and unique condos. The Luxury Living sale’s site provides a map containing current condos on the market in Wrightwood Neighbors.

The Wrightwood Neighbors Association page also provides a great resource to learn more about the area and potential spots that fit what you are looking for.

If you find condos that catch your eye, our team of licensed professional can help you set up a tour to view the property.

Where to Live in Sheffield Neighbors

Sheffield Neighbors National Historic District was developed in the late 1800s but continues to remain one of the hottest spots for prospective buyers in the Lincoln Park neighborhood.

Located inside the boundaries of W Fullerton, N Halsted, W Armitage, W Cortland, N Southport, and N Clybourn, Sheffield Neighbors offers a prime location, with easy access to Lincoln Park’s multiple CTA stations.

Along the perimeters of Sheffield Neighbors, residents can find some of the hottest dining and retail destinations, including Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reba, and plenty of fun boutiques.

The Luxury Living site also provides an interactive map with current property listings to help you narrow down prospective condos throughout Sheffield Neighbors.

If you need guidance in your search or you are ready to tour condos, be sure to get in touch with a licensed broker on our team to help you through the process.

Lincoln Park Restaurants You Need to Try

The Lincoln Park neighborhood is not short of delicious restaurants. With cuisines from all over the world, you can be sure to find any and all the food your taste buds desire.

Get a taste of the Spanish culture and head on over to Cafe-ba-ba-reeba, an authentic tapas restaurant offering a mouth-watering menu, killer Sangria, and a cozy Spanish vibe. Be sure to check out Ba-Ba-Reeba on a Saturday or Sunday for some of the best brunch and bloody mary bar in the neighborhood.

For a taste of Italy, check out La Roccia, Lincoln Park’s newest Italian eatery and speakeasy. Located in an underground space surrounded by exposed bricks, La Roccia offers diners a unique and cozy experience. Night owls will be pleased to know the kitchen stays open until 2am most evenings.

If you are looking for an unbeatable dining experience and incomparable cuisine, be sure to add Alinea to your bucket list. The Michelin star restaurant has been named America’s Best Restaurant three times as well as the world’s fifty Best Restaurants. Alinea features a single, seasonally driven tasting menu of between 18 and 22 unique courses.

When you’re on a time crunch, stop into  Left Coast Food + Juice for a quick bite. With a healthy and tasty menu, and West Coast vibe, you’ll be able to indulge in a quick, chill, and guilt-free meal.

Plan Your Night at These Lincoln Park Bars

If you’re looking for a fun night out, the Lincoln Park neighborhood is packed with hot spots to grab a drink and unwind. From rooftops with killer views to fun dive bars, this neighborhood has it all.

Lincoln Park has recently debuted a happening bar located right on Clybourne. Beck’s, a family-friendly establishment, boasts plenty of big screens, unbeatable wings, and a killer patio to enjoy a drink.

Head over to Old Ground Social for the best sports bar in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Along with plenty of televisions to view your favorite sports games, this modern bar offers an extensive drink selection, a chef-driven food selection, and plenty of games to play including darts and pool. The patio is also pretty hard to beat during the summertime.

For the perfect date night, complete with tasty cocktails and breathtaking views, be sure to stop by the J Parker, located on top of the Lincoln Park of Hotel. The trendy rooftop bar provides hand-crafted cocktails along with sweeping views of Lincoln Park, Lake Michigan, the whole city.

For a casual weekend evening, cozy up by the fire at Beermiscuous, known as the “coffee shop for beer”. Choose from the wide selection of craft beer and board games.

4 Lincoln Park Boutiques You Should Know

The Lincoln Park neighborhood boasts some of Chicago’s best boutiques. Scattered along Armitage Avenue, you can find some of the best places to shop:

  1. Bevello: This stylish shop offers an impressive selection of clothing, ranging from the season’s must-have shoes to the perfect new work outfit. With weekly arrivals, there are always new products and new wardrobes to look forward to. Plus, Bevello’s online website constant offers exclusive coupons and promotions.
  2. Warby Parker: For some fashion-forward frames, this is the spot to shop. Warby Parker offers an impressive selection of vintage-inspired glasses at affordable prices. You can also be pleased to know about the “buy a pair, give a pair” program in place which ensures that for every pair of Warby Parker glasses purchased, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need.
  3. Art Effect: Since 1985, this quirky boutique has featured funky knick-knacks and cute clothing. Whether you want to treat yourself to a fun find or need a gift for any occasion, this shop is a must-visit.
  4. POGO: This lifestyle boutique features exclusive high-end men and women’s sneakers and lifestyle sportswear from the fashion industry’s most coveted brands. Not only does the retailer offer a great selection of products, but shoppers love the unique space and customer experience that the shop delivers.

With unbeatable dining, shopping, and living, the Lincoln Park neighborhood makes for the perfect spot to call home. Consider making this neighborhood your own and get in touch with an experienced Luxury Living broker to help you find your dream condo today!

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