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  • Demographics

About North Side

North Side is a neighborhood in Chicago, part of the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI metro area in Illinois. The area includes housing with documented unit sizes and bedroom counts. This district lists one- to three-bedroom options and detailed square-foot ranges for each type. Units with 1–3 bedrooms (one-bedroom 1100.0 - 1100.0 sq ft, two-bedroom 864.0 - 2641.0 sq ft, three-plus 900.0 - 4395.0 sq ft) fit a range of needs. The area appears in city-level records under Chicago and the state code IL.

North Side 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 size839.57 sqft
2 Bedroom avg size1334.2 sqft
3 Bedroom avg size2221.03 sqft

Pricing and Liquidity

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1 Bedroom Condos

AVG PPSF$324.28 /sqft
AVG SOLD PRICE$270,620.17
AVG DAYS ON MARKET61 Days
North Side in Chicago features 1-bed condos that range from about 475 to 1600 sq ft. The average price is $270,620 and units typically spend 61 days on the market. That average price is about $324 ppsf. Buildings face tree-lined streets and are near parks, schools, and public transit. Properties are a short walk from bus routes and L stations, with grocery stores, shops, and cafes along the neighborhood blocks.

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2 Bedroom Condos

AVG PPSF$376.68 /sqft
AVG SOLD PRICE$504,476.27
AVG DAYS ON MARKET56 Days
2-bed condos in North Side range from about 700 to 3,208 sq ft. The average sale price for a 2-bed is $504,476, about $377 per sq ft. 2-bed listings spend about 55 days on market on average. The neighborhood has tree-lined streets and several parks. Major corridors run through the area and offer frequent transit service and street-level shops. Public plazas, libraries, and community centers add to the local public space.

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3+ Bedroom Condos

AVG PPSF$421.86 /sqft
AVG SOLD PRICE$949,664.18
AVG DAYS ON MARKET68 Days
3-bed condos on the North Side range from 270 sq ft to 6,031 sq ft, with an average price of $949,664 and an average of $422 per sq ft. The average time on market for 3-bed units is 67 days. The neighborhood includes parks, public spaces, and main streets with frequent transit stops and local shops.

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Pet-Friendly Condos

AVG PPSF$385.13 /sqft
AVG SOLD PRICE$615,712.8
AVG DAYS ON MARKET61 Days
North Side Condos that are pet-friendly tend to sell near $615,713, at $385 per sq ft, and listings move in 60 days. Local green space includes Lincoln Park and the North Branch River Trail. The Armitage and Wicker Park corridors host a range of shops and small malls. Nearby schools include DePaul University and several public elementary and high schools. Horner Park provides sports fields. These parks, shopping areas, and schools sit within short travel time from most condo clusters in the neighborhood.

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Fitness & Wellness Condos

AVG PPSF$337.83 /sqft
AVG SOLD PRICE$424,083.93
AVG DAYS ON MARKET68 Days
North Side fitness and wellness Condos show a sale price of $424,084, at $338 per sq ft, and remain on the market 68 days. The neighborhood sits near Wrigley Field, Montrose Beach, and Lane Tech High School, which supply sports venues, lakefront access, and public education. Shops cluster along Irving Park Road and around the Six Corners shopping strip. Parks have walking paths and green space for exercise. Access via Irving Park Road links residents to bus lines, retail corridors, and nearby schools.

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Stunning Views Condos

AVG PPSF$340.16 /sqft
AVG SOLD PRICE$475,674.96
AVG DAYS ON MARKET73 Days
North Side stunning views Condos sell near $601,749, at $385 per sq ft, and stay on market 57 days. The neighborhood sits near Lincoln Park and Montrose Beach and offers shopping along Clark Street and in Andersonville. Schools such as Amundsen High School and Horner Elementary serve local families. Welles Park adds green space. Access by the Red Line gives fast train service to downtown and beyond, and Lake Shore Drive provides a direct car route to the lakefront and city parks.

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Schools

Lincoln Elementary School

A+
Public|Grades KG8
615 W Kemper Pl

Lane Technical High School

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Public|Grades 712
2501 W Addison St

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy

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Public|Grades KG8
3319 N Clifton Ave

Prescott Elementary School

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Public|Grades PK8
1632 W Wrightwood Ave

Bell Elementary School

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Public|Grades KG8
3730 N Oakley Ave

Mayer Elementary School

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Public|Grades PK8
2250 N Clifton Ave

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Demographics

Average Resident age33 years old
Average household Income$140,183 /year
Average HouseHold Composition2 People
button icon What to know about North Side demographics:
  • Approximately 44.51 % of adults hold a Bachelor's degree, reflecting a well-educated community attractive to professionals and families.
  • Average age is 33 years, with the largest age group 30 to 34 — a demographic profile that favors young professionals and growing households.
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Side

What is it like to live in North Side, Chicago, IL?

The area offers a mix of dense, walkable neighborhoods and residential pockets with extensive lakefront parks and beaches. Housing ranges from high‑rise condos and historic greystones to single‑family homes, with overall housing costs above the Chicago average and higher prices in Lincoln Park and Lakeview. Transit is strong—served by CTA Red, Brown and Purple 'L' lines, buses and the Lakefront Trail—and amenities include universities (DePaul), diverse dining and cultural venues. Safety varies by neighborhood, with lower crime in parts like Lincoln Park and higher rates in parts of Uptown and Rogers Park.

Is North Side, Chicago, IL expensive?

The North Side is generally more expensive than the Chicago average but contains broad variation by neighborhood. Affluent areas like Lincoln Park and Lakeview have high home prices and rents driven by lakefront access and amenities, while neighborhoods such as Rogers Park and Edgewater tend to be more affordable. Proximity to transit, schools, and commercial corridors are the main cost drivers, and housing ranges from high-rise condos to single-family homes.

What is the weather of North Side, Chicago, IL?

The North Side of Chicago has a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures locally, producing lake-effect snow in winter and cooling breezes in summer. Typical January averages are near 0°C (32°F) with overnight lows often below freezing, July averages are in the mid-20s°C (mid-70s–80s °F), precipitation occurs year-round, and summers can bring strong thunderstorms while winters can bring heavy snow and occasional ice.

How safe is North Side, Chicago, IL?

Safety varies across the North Side; lakefront neighborhoods such as Lincoln Park, Lakeview and North Center generally report lower violent-crime rates than the Chicago average. Rogers Park and parts of Uptown have higher rates of violent and property crime compared with those lakefront areas. Property crimes (theft and car break-ins) are common in busy commercial and transit corridors, so consult current Chicago Police Department neighborhood crime maps for the most recent, block-level data.