Townhomes for Sale in River North, Chicago

River North is a dense Near North Side neighborhood known for restaurants, nightlife, galleries, and a mix of high-rise condos and converted lofts. It is walkable and well connected to downtown via CTA buses and nearby 'L' stations, with easy access to the Magnificent Mile and the Chicago River waterfront. Rents and home prices are above the Chicago average and parking is limited and often costly. The area is busy at night and experiences urban property-crime typical of downtown locations, so residents follow standard city precautions.

River North is one of Chicago’s more expensive neighborhoods, with rents and condo prices generally above the citywide average. The housing stock is dominated by luxury high-rises, new condo developments, and upscale rentals, which push prices higher than many other neighborhoods. Proximity to downtown, restaurants, galleries, and limited parking also contributes to higher living costs.

River North has a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Average January lows are roughly 18–25°F (-8 to -4°C) and July highs average about 80–85°F (27–29°C), with occasional heat waves and subzero cold snaps. Precipitation occurs year-round with summer thunderstorms, periodic lake-effect snow in winter, and lakefront winds/fog that can moderate temperatures.

River North, part of the Near North Side, generally has lower violent-crime rates than many South and West Side neighborhoods but sees higher rates of property crime and nightlife-related incidents typical of dense downtown entertainment districts. The area is served by the Chicago Police Department’s 18th (Near North) District and features high foot traffic, private building security, and commercial CCTV. For current, verifiable crime data consult the CPD CLEAR maps and recent crime reports before making decisions.