Lincoln Park Neighborhood

Lincoln Park rates as one of the finest urban playgrounds in the country.  It is not just grass and trees; you can spend a whole day here and visit the zoo, beach, conservatory, and nature museum.  The neighborhood is primarily made up of young urban professionals, recent college graduates and young families. It is a great place to live with many activities to enjoy.

The area now known as Lincoln Park in Chicago used to be mostly forest with stretches of grassland until the Europeans arrived. In 1837, Chicago was incorporated as a city and North Avenue was established as the northern boundary. Lincoln Park’s boundaries are defined in the city’s list of official community areas of Chicago. It is bordered on the north by Diversey Parkway, on the west by the Chicago River on the south by North Avenue and on the east by Lake Michigan.

Lincoln Park is also the home to four beautifully architected churches including; St. Vincent de Paul Parish, St. Clement Church, St. Josaphat’s and St. Michael’s Church, which is located in the Old Town Triangle area of Lincoln Park. These churches tower over the neighborhood, creating much of the charm that Lincoln Park maintains.
The neighborhood also houses the Children’s Memorial Hospital and the Lincoln Park Hospital, which is currently closed and slated for redevelopment. The plan is to add condos, senior housing and retail and commercial developments. The neighborhood contains many upscale national retailers, unique boutiques, bookstores, restaurants and coffee shops. There are also many bars and clubs as well.

Lincoln Park has many attractions as well including; Lincoln Park Zoo, Lincoln Park Conservatory, an outdoor theater, a rowing canal, the Chicago History Museum, and many ponds and playing fields. You will never get board in this town with the variety of activities that this community has.
As far as transportation is concerned, the neighborhood is accessible via mass transit, including the CTA’s Red, Brown and Purple lines at the Fullerton Station, the Purple and Brown lines at the Armitage and Diversey stations, as well as the CTA bus service. The neighborhood is also accessible by car from Lake Shore Drive or interstate 90-94.

Lincoln Park is one of the wealthiest and most prominent neighborhood to live in. It is considered a very upscale neighborhood because of its location and charm.  There are many activities and sights to see, so whether you are planning on living there or just visiting, it appears your time or money will not be wasted!