Townhomes for Sale in North Center, Chicago

North Center is a primarily residential, family-oriented community with tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family homes and low-to-mid-rise apartment buildings. Local amenities include neighborhood restaurants, retail, and green space such as Welles Park. Transit access is solid via CTA buses and elevated train service to downtown, and the area is served by Chicago Public Schools as well as private/parochial schools. Housing costs and rents are generally above Chicago’s citywide average, while crime rates tend to be below the citywide average.

North Center is an upper-middle-cost Chicago neighborhood with housing costs (sales and rents) generally above citywide medians. Single-family homes, two-flats, and newer condos command premiums due to strong family demand and nearby amenities and schools. Exact prices vary by block and property type; current median sale and rental figures can be provided on request.

The neighborhood has a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures—bringing cooler breezes in summer and localized lake-effect snow in winter—while spring and fall are variable with frequent temperature swings. Precipitation is year-round, with heavier rain in late spring and summer; winter temperatures are often below freezing and summer highs commonly reach the 80s°F (27–32°C).

North Center generally has lower violent-crime rates than Chicago overall and is regarded as relatively safe, with most reported incidents being property crimes such as theft and burglary. Crime levels vary by block and time of day, so typical urban precautions are advised. For the most current, block-level information consult Chicago Police Department crime statistics and local CAPS beat reports.