Townhomes for Sale in Cairnduff's Addition / Edgewater, Chicago

A north-side, lake-adjacent neighborhood with a mix of vintage walk-up buildings, mid- and high-rise apartments, and some single-family homes. Residents have access to Lake Michigan beaches and parks, transit service via the CTA Red Line and multiple bus routes, and commercial corridors such as Broadway and Andersonville with independent shops and restaurants. Housing costs are generally more moderate than some central North Side neighborhoods but vary by block; crime levels also vary—consult Chicago Police Department maps for current safety data. The area experiences a continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers.

Housing costs in Cairnduff's Addition/Edgewater vary widely—high‑rise rentals and vintage condos are common while single‑family homes command higher prices. Overall it tends to be more affordable than affluent Near North neighborhoods (e.g., Lincoln Park, Lakeview) but pricier than many South and West Side areas. Prices and rents have risen over the past decade due to demand and proximity to the lakefront and transit, so check current listings for up‑to‑date figures.

Edgewater has a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Proximity to Lake Michigan moderates temperatures, often producing slightly cooler summers, lake-effect clouds, and somewhat milder winter lows than inland Chicago. Precipitation is year-round, with most rainfall in late spring–summer and notable snowfall in winter; typical monthly means are roughly 20–25°F in January and 70–75°F in July.

Edgewater, including Cairnduff's Addition, has crime levels roughly in line with Chicago’s overall rate; violent crime is generally lower than in many South and West Side neighborhoods based on Chicago Police Department statistics through 2024. Property crimes—especially theft, bike theft, and vehicle break-ins—are more common near commercial corridors (Broadway, Clark) and CTA stations. Crime varies block-by-block, so consult the Chicago Police Data Portal and local CAPS meeting notices for current, block-level information.