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Edgewater
Lakefront living. Neighborhood soul.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD STORY

Edgewater stretches along Lake Michigan's shore on Chicago's far North Side, offering a community identity that somehow manages to be both relaxed and cosmopolitan. Its diversity is genuine — Edgewater is one of Chicago's most internationally mixed neighborhoods, with Swedish, Japanese, Middle Eastern, and South Asian communities all maintaining visible cultural presences. The lakefront is the neighborhood's spine, with Bryn Mawr Beach and the Lakefront Trail providing a recreational infrastructure that most urban residents can only dream about. Broadway and Bryn Mawr Avenues create a commercial corridor that rewards exploration.

WHY RESIDENTS LOVE IT

•   Direct lake access —Edgewater's beaches and lakefront parks are among the North Side's most belovedpublic spaces.

•   Genuine culturaldiversity — the neighborhood's international character creates dining,shopping, and cultural richness.

•   Red Line access — theBerwyn, Bryn Mawr, and Thorndale stops provide direct downtown access in 25-30minutes.

•   Relative affordability —Edgewater consistently offers lower prices than adjacent Andersonville andRogers Park.

•   Strong rental market —the neighborhood's diverse population creates robust tenant demand forinvestors.

•   Bryn Mawr HistoricDistrict — architecturally significant buildings line the lakefront corridor.

HOMES & ARCHITECTURE

Edgewater's housing is a particularly dense and vertical Chicago mix. High-rise residential towers — many built in the 1920s and 30s — line the lakefront, offering lake views and Art Deco architectural detail that remains genuinely stunning. The interior streets feature the Chicago standard of two-flats, three-flats, and courtyard apartment buildings. Single-family homes exist but are rare. The investment market is active, with multi-unit buildings offering strong rental returns driven by proximity to Loyola University Chicago.

PROPERTY TYPES AT A GLANCE

Property Type Description
Vintage Lakefront High-Rises 1920s-40s residential towers with Art Deco details, lake views, and generous floor plans.
Courtyard Apartment Buildings Classic Chicago rental and condo-conversion stock with shared garden spaces and vintage character.
Two-Flats & Three-Flats Investor and owner-occupant options with strong rental demand from the neighborhood's diverse population.
Mid-Rise Condominiums Newer construction and conversion projects offering modern amenities in the neighborhood's residential fabric.

POCKETS & DISTRICTS

Pocket / District Character & Vibe
Lakefront Corridor High-rise residential, maximum lake exposure, beach access, premium pricing
Bryn Mawr Avenue District Commercial and residential mix, architecturally interesting, most walkable stretch
West Edgewater More affordable, denser residential, stronger multi-unit investment market

HOW TO MOVE AROUND

Three Red Line stops serve Edgewater — Berwyn, Bryn Mawr, and Thorndale. Multiple bus routes run along Broadway, Sheridan, and cross-streets. The Lakefront Trail provides non-motorized north-south connectivity. Local Tip: Sheridan Road hugs the lakefront through Edgewater and is one of Chicago's great scenic drives — residents use it as a daily pleasure route to the neighborhoods north and south.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

Fine Dining

•   Moody's Pub — Beloved neighborhood institution with a legendaryburger and a garden patio that is a Chicago summer ritual

•   Anteprima — Italian-inspired neighborhood bistro with a warmatmosphere and consistently excellent cooking

Casual & Neighborhood Favorites

•   Hamburger Mary's — Lively, welcoming LGBTQ-friendly bar and grill withgenerous portions and a great patio

•   Reza's — Long-running Persian restaurant that anchors theneighborhood's Middle Eastern dining scene

Late Night

•   The Long Room — Neighborhood bar with an eclectic atmosphere and aloyal, longstanding local following

GREEN SPACE & OUTDOORS

•   Bryn Mawr Beach — Popular lakefront beach with stunning views — theneighborhood's social center in summer

•   Kathy Osterman Beach — A quieter, beloved stretch of lakefront beloved bylongtime residents

•   Lakefront Trail — The 18-mile continuous trail along Lake Michiganpasses through Edgewater

Edgewater Signature Listings

For Sele

$2,500,000

654 Ocean Dr, Miami, FL 33101

4 BA
5 BD
MLS# 345678
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Active Under Contract

$950,000

321 Trendy Blvd, Chicago, IL 60601

1 BA
1 BD
MLS# 210987
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Active Under Contract

$450,000

789 Rustic Rd, Austin, TX 73301

1 BA
2 BD
MLS# 789012
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Active Under Contract

$850,000

456 Elegant Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001

3 BA
4 BD
MLS# 654321
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For Sale

$1,200,000

123 Luxury St, New York, NY 10001

2 BA
3 BD
MLS# 123456
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Lifestyle & Points of Interest

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EDUCATION LANDSCAPE

School Type Grades Notes
Senn High School CPS Public 9-12 Comprehensive high school with IB program and diverse student body
Hayt Elementary CPS Public PK-8 Neighborhood school with bilingual programs
Loyola University Chicago University Undergrad/Graduate Major institutional presence at the neighborhood's south end
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WHO LIVES HERE

Population Median Age Avg. Household Income
56,500 34 $74,000
Population Density Gender Split Education
Very High 48% Male / 52% Female 52% Bachelor's or higher
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WALKABILITY & ACCESS SCORES

88
Walk
Walk Score
78
Bike
Bike Score
79
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THE LUXESQUIRE INSIDER TAKE

Edgewater gives you the lakefront without Lakeview prices and the diversity without the distance. Investors find multi-unit buildings with real cap rates here that simply do not exist in more polished neighborhoods. For buyers who want something real — not curated — Edgewater delivers consistently.

Get in Touch

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Contact

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Chicago, IL 60603

Phone:

312.912.7262

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