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The Neighborhood: Edgewater, Chicago

Edgewater sits on Chicago's lakefront on the city's north side and contains a mix of homes and small businesses. Navy Pier offers amusement rides and seasonal events. Foster Beach provides sand, lake access, and spaces for sports and sun. Loyola Park includes green space and sports fields near the river. Loyola University Chicago brings students and campus events to this district. Restaurants like Superdawg and local cafés serve a range of food choices. Bars such as the Green Mill host live jazz and late night crowds regularly. CTA Red Line connects the area to downtown and other neighborhoods. CTA buses link local stops across the north side for short trips. Union Pacific North Line provides commuter rail service to the suburbs. Whole Foods and smaller grocers supply food and daily goods to residents. Chicago Park District maintains playgrounds and dog areas for outdoor use. Small shops and service businesses occupy many first floor spaces in older buildings. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 25 to 29 years old and one-person households make up the largest share.