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Market Summary
1 Bedroom Condos
2 Bedroom Condos
3+ Bedroom Condos
Pet-Friendly Condos
Fitness & Wellness Condos
Condos with Stunning Views
Schools
Neighbourhood
Demographics

About Central

Central is in Chicago and part of the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI metro area in IL. The area includes housing with two-bedroom and three-plus bedroom units. Units with 2–3 bedrooms (two-bedroom 1150.0 - 2500.0 sq ft, three-plus 1470.0 - 4200.0 sq ft) fit a range of needs. This district lists location and unit size information only. The area description does not include other amenities, transit, or attractions and relies solely on the provided city, metro area, state, and unit size data.

Central Market Summary

The condo mix runs from luxury high-rises to restored mid-rises, many with bay or ocean views, concierge, pools, and fitness centers.

Average Condo Sizes

1 Bedroom avg size868.21 sqft

2 Bedroom avg size1306.74 sqft

3 Bedroom avg size2175.94 sqft

Pricing and Liquidity

No price and liquidity data available.

1 Bedroom Condos

AVG PPSF$342.55 /sqft

AVG SOLD PRICE$289,762.43

AVG DAYS ON MARKET74 Days

Central in Chicago has 1-bed condos that range from 527 sq ft to 1700 sq ft. The average price is $289,762 and the average price per sq ft is $343. These 1-bed condos stay on the market 73 days.

Featured Buildings

400 E Randolph St

400 E RANDOLPH ST,CHICAGO,IL

7 units available

200 N Dearborn St

200 N DEARBORN ST,CHICAGO,IL

6 units available

225 N Columbus Drive

225 N COLUMBUS DRIVE,CHICAGO,IL

5 units available

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2 Bedroom Condos

AVG PPSF$373.15 /sqft

AVG SOLD PRICE$482,143.59

AVG DAYS ON MARKET78 Days

2-bed condos in Central, Chicago range from about 749 sq ft to 2,500 sq ft, offering a wide variety of floor plans. The average 2-bed sells for $482,144, with an average price of $373 per sq ft and an average market time of 78 days. Central has public transit access, major street connections, nearby parks and public plazas, and local retail and services near many buildings.

Featured Buildings

8 E Randolph St

8 E RANDOLPH ST,CHICAGO,IL

4 units available

50 E 16th Street

50 E 16TH STREET,CHICAGO,IL

0 unit available

235 W Van Buren St

235 W VAN BUREN ST,CHICAGO,IL

8 units available

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3+ Bedroom Condos

AVG PPSF$549.43 /sqft

AVG SOLD PRICE$1,208,546.73

AVG DAYS ON MARKET97 Days

3-bed condos in Central range from about 1,260 sq ft to 6,000 sq ft, covering smaller units and much larger floor plans. The average sale price for a 3-bed is $1,208,547. Space in these units is valued at about $549 per sq ft. On average, 3-bed condos spend about 96 days on market. The neighborhood includes parks, public spaces, and active commercial streets. Public transit and local shops serve many condo buildings along the main corridors.

Featured Buildings

431 S Dearborn St

431 S DEARBORN ST,CHICAGO,IL

2 units available

60 E Monroe Street

60 E MONROE STREET,CHICAGO,IL

11 units available

125 E 13th Street

125 E 13TH STREET,CHICAGO,IL

1 unit available

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Pet-Friendly Condos

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Fitness & Wellness Condos

AVG PPSF$415.27 /sqft

AVG SOLD PRICE$580,265.36

AVG DAYS ON MARKET82 Days

Central's fitness and wellness Condos show a sale price near $580,265, a price around $415 per sq ft, and an average market time of 81 days. The neighborhood sits near Millennium Park and Grant Park and borders the University of Illinois at Chicago, offering green space and campus services. Streets include cafes and small shops along State and Dearborn. Access to the Loop, the city's central business district, links residents to transit and jobs. Local shopping at Block 37 and nearby civic parks support everyday needs.

Featured Buildings

547 S Clark St

547 S CLARK ST,CHICAGO,IL

0 unit available

320 E 21st Street

320 E 21ST STREET,CHICAGO,IL

2 units available

Museum Park Lofts I

1305 S MICHIGAN AVENUE,CHICAGO,IL

1 unit available

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Stunning Views Condos

AVG PPSF$431.85 /sqft

AVG SOLD PRICE$672,880.31

AVG DAYS ON MARKET89 Days

Central's stunning views in Condos sell near $444,185 at $337 per sq ft, and listings stay on market 78 days. The neighborhood lies close to Millennium Park and Grant Park, with open lawns, event spaces and lakefront paths. Shopping runs along State Street and includes Block 37 for retail and dining. Roosevelt University and nearby public schools serve local students. Access via Michigan Avenue, the main shopping and cultural corridor, provides direct routes to stores, museums and park entrances and services.

Featured Buildings

1201 S Prairie Ave

1201 S PRAIRIE AVE,CHICAGO,IL

5 units available

1335 S Prairie Ave

1335 S PRAIRIE AVE,CHICAGO,IL

4 units available

1235 S Prairie Ave

1235 S PRAIRIE AVE,CHICAGO,IL

3 units available

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Schools

Noble St Charter-Muchin College Preparatory

A+

Public|Grades 9–12

1 N State St

Jones College Preparatory High School

Public|Grades 9–12

700 S State St

South Loop Elementary School

Public|Grades PK–8

1212 S Plymouth Ct

National Teachers Elementary Academy

B-

Public|Grades PK–8

55 W Cermak Rd

Perspectives Charter - Joslin Campus

C-

Public|Grades 6–12

1930 S Archer Ave

The Neighbourhood: Central

Demographics

Average Resident age38 years old

Average household Income$97,443 /year

Average HouseHold Composition2 People

What to know about Central demographics:

Approximately 42.96% of adults hold a Post graduate degree, reflecting a well-educated community that attracts established professionals and supports robust local services.
Average age is 38 years, with the largest age group spanning 35 to 39 — a demographic mix of experienced professionals and growing families well-suited to both starter and long-term home purchases.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central

What is it like to live in Central, Chicago, IL?

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Is Central, Chicago, IL expensive?

I cannot find verifiable, up-to-date cost-of-living data specifically labeled “Central” in Chicago to definitively classify it as expensive. Neighborhood cost comparisons are typically made using U.S. Census American Community Survey figures (median household income, median home value) and current rental listings from sources like Zillow or RentCafe. If you provide a specific address or nearby landmarks I can retrieve recent median income, home-value, and rent comparisons.

What is the weather of Central, Chicago, IL?

The area has a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold and often snowy, with temperatures commonly below freezing and periodic lake-effect snow or blizzard conditions; summers are warm to hot and humid, frequently reaching the 80s°F (around 27–32°C). Spring and fall are transitional and can be highly variable, with late-spring/early-summer severe thunderstorms and an occasional tornado risk, while proximity to Lake Michigan can produce localized lake breezes and snow bands.

How safe is Central, Chicago, IL?

Central has crime rates higher than the Chicago average, with violent and property crimes reported at elevated levels in Chicago Police Department statistics. Incidents are concentrated in specific blocks rather than evenly distributed across the area, and community safety remains an active local concern. Consult CPD crime maps and recent district reports for current, block-level data before making housing decisions.