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Chinatown Neighborhood Guide Chicago, IL

About

Chinatown in Chicago, Illinois is an energized and vibrant neighborhood located on the city's South Side. It's bordered by the Chicago River and easily accessible through the Cermak-Chinatown Red Line. Known for its rich history and cultural heritage, Chinatown features a myriad of restaurants, markets, and shops filled with traditional Asian goods. The streets are filled with colorful red and gold decorations, and the neighborhood is home to the iconic Chinatown Gate and Ping Tom Memorial Park.

What You Will Love About Chinatown, Chicago, Illinois

  • The energetic and multicultural atmosphere that offers a unique, authentic cultural experience.
  • Savoring a wide variety of delectable Asian cuisine right in the heart of Chicago.
  • Strolling through the bustling Wentworth Avenue, lined with shops, bakeries, and dim sum spots.
  • Immersing yourself in the rich cultural heritage by exploring landmarks such as the Nine Dragon Wall and Chinese-American Museum.

What's Nearby

Chinatown is only a few minutes away from Downtown Chicago, making it very accessible to the city's main attractions. It's also near Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears, and the Museum Campus, which houses the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Adler Planetarium.

Lifestyle

Chinatown offers a rich, immersive cultural lifestyle with a distinct Asian influence. The neighborhood thrives with various festivals and cultural events, particularly during the Chinese New Year. Additionally, the food scene is diverse and vibrant, offering a range of options from street food to high-end Asian cuisine.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 535 restaurants, 87 grocery stores, and 49 parks within a mile of the Chinatown neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Bark Lee Tong

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Health Food Store, Herbs and Spices Store

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    0.2 miles

    229 W Cermak Rd

  • GROCERY
    Yee Wau Tong

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    211 W Cermak Rd

  • GROCERY
    Tai Wah Grocery Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    2226 S Wentworth Ave

  • GROCERY
    Joseph Spina Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    268 W 24th St

  • GROCERY
    Wing Lee Co.

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    2246 S Wentworth Ave

  • GROCERY
    Sun Sun Tong Company

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    2260 S Wentworth Ave

Chinatown Apartments and Rentals

211 Rental properties in Chinatown, Chicago, IL.

  • 1475 S State property

    Contact for Price

    1475 S State

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    586–856 Sqft

    Not Available

  • Aspire Residences property

    $1,910+

    Aspire Residences

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    529–1291 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • 2101 South Michigan Apartments property

    Contact for Price

    2101 South Michigan Apartments

    Studio–3 Beds • 1 Bath

    418–967 Sqft

    Not Available

  • 2550 S Wabash 403 property

    $3,300

    2550 S Wabash 403

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1629 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 2550 S Wabash 903 property

    $3,495

    2550 S Wabash 903

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1778 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 1720 S Michigan Ave property

    $2,400

    1720 S Michigan Ave

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

211 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
21.3%
39.1%
utilities
0.4%
6.4%
food
2.2%
3.8%
transportation
0.7%
5.4%
healthcare
4.5%
7%

Chinatown Demographics

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Chinatown Reviews

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  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Safe For Families

    Yes

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 6 of 7 renters

211 Properties Available for Rent

Chinatown Transportation

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Walker’s Paradise

95/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

86/100
Bike Score®

Excellent Transit

74/100
3 bus stops, 5 train stops

CTA - Cermak-Chinatown

Train Stop

138 W Cermak Rd , Chicago, IL 60616, United States

Cermak–Chinatown

Train Stop

W Cermak Rd

Union Pacific Railroad Co.

Train Stop

436 W 25th Pl

Source: foursquare.com

Chinatown Schools

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Neighborhoods Around Chinatown

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
Downtown ChicagoNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,276
12%
West LoopNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,332
64%
Lincoln ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,695
6%
The LoopNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,445
11%
Near North SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,279
42%
Near West SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,431
11%
West SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,259
3%
River NorthNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,731--
Fulton MarketNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,613
5%
Near South SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,172
6%
River WestNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,900--
South SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,357
87%
Prairie ShoresNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,505--
StreetervilleNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,055
16%
Old TownNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,763--
Gold CoastNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,707
5%
BridgeportNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois----
Hyde ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,497--
BronzevilleNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois----
Printer's RowNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois----
West TownNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,721--
Little ItalyNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,540
2%
Lake MeadowsNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,351--
Fulton River DistrictNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,226--
Wicker ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,600--
New CityNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois----
GreektownNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,370
4%
Lower West SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,500--
Near East SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,387
9%
Ukrainian VillageNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,450--
Hyde Park Kenwood Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,260--