East Garfield Park Neighborhood Guide Chicago, IL
About
East Garfield Park is an up-and-coming neighborhood in west Chicago, Illinois, best known for its eponymous park, the Garfield Park Conservatory. It is bordered by West Kinzie Street to the north, South California Avenue to the west, Eisenhower Expressway to the south, and Rockwell Street to the east. The neighborhood is known for its affordability and diversity, with a mix of historic greystones, modern condominiums, and large Victorian-era houses.
What You Will Love About East Garfield Park, Chicago, Illinois
- The neighborhood is home to the Garfield Park Conservatory, one of the largest and most stunning botanical conservatories in the nation.
- East Garfield Park is known for its strong sense of community and cultural diversity.
- It's a neighborhood steeped in history, with several historic districts featuring beautiful, well-preserved homes.
What’s Nearby
East Garfield Park is conveniently located near downtown Chicago, providing easy access to the city's bustling business and cultural districts. The United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, is just a short drive to the east. Also nearby is the Illinois Medical District, one of the largest medical districts in the United States.
Lifestyle
East Garfield Park offers an urban-suburban mix feel to residents. Its community programs, recreational facilities, and the nearby conservatory provide numerous activities for families and individuals. The neighborhood's accessibility to downtown Chicago also caters to those who enjoy city living.
Notice an Inaccuracy? Let Us Know.
See best properties in this area
Jump to a Section
Rental Trends in East Garfield Park
| Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
| $1165 | $1165 | $1550 | $1525 | $1475 | $1697 | $1779 | $1779 | $1725 | $1725 | $1070 | $1107 | $1200 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 367 restaurants, 89 grocery stores, and 51 parks within a mile of the East Garfield Park neighborhood.
New Pop-InRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
413 S Kedzie Ave
- Willie's Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•0.4 miles
2903 W Madison St
- Herban Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
2900 W Van Buren St
- Aso Food Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
2902 W Madison St
- Three Star Food Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
254 N Kedzie Ave
- Wheeler & Dealer Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•0.5 miles
220 N Homan Ave
- New Pop-In
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
413 S Kedzie Ave
- Roseland Food & Liquor
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.3 miles
3407 W Madison St
- Willie's Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•0.4 miles
2903 W Madison St
- Herban Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
2900 W Van Buren St
- Aso Food Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
2902 W Madison St
- 3400 Food & Liquor
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.5 miles
3459 W Harrison St
Ge Ge'sArts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•3134 W 5th Ave
- Jimmy G's
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, BBQ Joint, Fast Food Restaurant, Southern Food Restaurant
•0.1 miles
307 S Kedzie Ave
- Lilly's Kwik Mart & Fresh Deli
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli
•0.1 miles
3179 W Madison St
- Edna's Restaurant
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Diner, American Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.2 miles
3175 W Madison St
- Haute Diggity Dawgs Restaurant
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Hot Dog Joint, American Restaurant
•0.2 miles
3043 W 5th Ave
- Ben's Hot Dog Stand
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, American Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.2 miles
3043 W 5th Ave
Dollar TreeRetail, Discount Store
•0.2 miles
3146 W Madison St
- Family Dollar Store
Retail, Discount Store
•0.2 miles
413 S Kedzie Ave
- One Eleven Food & Liquors
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.3 miles
111 N Kedzie Ave
- Marillac House Thrift Shop
Retail, Vintage and Thrift Store
•0.4 miles
2859 W Jackson Blvd
- City Escape Garden Center & Design Studio
Retail, Garden Center
•0.4 miles
3022 W Lake St
- City Escape
Retail, Garden Center
•0.4 miles
3022 W Lake St
Gladys ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.2 miles
3307 W Gladys Ave
- Horan Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.3 miles
3035 W Van Buren St
- Park No. 422
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.3 miles
3200 W Congress Pkwy
- Magnolia Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.4 miles
3228 W Flournoy St
- Nancy Jefferson Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.5 miles
3111 W Fulton St
Garfield ParkCommunity and Government, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.6 miles
100 N Central Park Ave
Ge Ge'sArts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•3134 W 5th Ave
- Albany Carroll Arts Building
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.6 miles
319 N Albany Ave
- Julius Cæsar
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.6 miles
3311 W Carroll Ave
- Devening Projects + Editions
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.6 miles
3039 W Carroll Ave
- 345 Art Gallery
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.6 miles
345 N Kedzie Ave
- Blair Thomas & Company
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Theater, Business and Professional Services, Entertainment Agency, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.6 miles
3200 W Carroll Ave
Faith In GodBusiness and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
3159 W Jackson Blvd
- Salon Prosperity
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
13 S Kedzie Ave
- Urban Beautique
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.2 miles
423 S Kedzie Ave
- Tatas African Hair Braiding
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.3 miles
3003 W Madison St
- Marathon
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.3 miles
340 S Sacramento Blvd
- Soap Opera Village
Business and Professional Services, Laundry Service
•0.3 miles
100 N Kedzie Ave
YMCASports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.3 miles
7 N Homan Ave
- Najwa Dance Corps
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.6 miles
100 N Central Park Ave
- Breakthrough Fitness Center
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.6 miles
3219 W Carroll Ave
- Breakthrough FamilyPlex
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.6 miles
3219 W Carroll Ave
Chicago Elite VBSports and Recreation, Sports Club
•0.8 miles
2641 W Harrison St
- Quest Multisport Chicago
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.8 miles
2641 W Harrison St
Ge Ge'sArts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•3134 W 5th Ave
- Sonny's Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Restaurant
•0.3 miles
3001 W Madison St
- Studio 3116
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.4 miles
3116 W Lake St
- Lakeside Bar
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.6 miles
3500 W Lake St
- The Sky Box
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant
•0.6 miles
3601 W Harrison St
- Brown Sugar Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Lounge, Sports Bar
•0.7 miles
2674 W Madison St
- Breakthrough Family Plex
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.6 miles
3211 W Carroll Ave
- Changing Oasis Foundation
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.9 miles
2532 W Warren Blvd
- Chicago Public Library - Legler Branch
Community and Government, Library
•1.0 mile
115 S Pulaski Rd
- Henry E. Legler Regional Branch of the Chicago Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.0 mile
115 S Pulaski Rd
- Douglass Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.0 mile
3353 W 13th St
- Douglass Branch Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.0 mile
3353 W 13th St
- Chicago Police Area Four Detective Division
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.4 miles
3151 W Harrison St
- Chicago Police 11 District Station
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.4 miles
3151 W Harrison St
- Chicago Police Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.4 miles
3151 W Harrison St
- Chicago Police Property Crimes
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.4 miles
3151 W Harrison St
- Chicago Police Youth Crimes
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.4 miles
3151 W Harrison St
Advocate Bethany HospitalHealth and Medicine, Hospital
•0.4 miles
3435 W Van Buren St
East Garfield Park Apartments and Rentals
39 Rental properties in East Garfield Park, Chicago, IL.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare 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% |
East Garfield Park Demographics
East Garfield Park Reviews
Mostly Older Buildings
No
Say 5 of 5 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 4 of 5 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 4 of 5 renters
Near Downtown
Yes
Say 3 of 5 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 3 of 5 renters
Near Schools
Yes
Say 3 of 5 renters
East Garfield Park Transportation
Very Walkable
Very Bikeable
Excellent Transit
CTA Kedzie Garage
Bus Stop
358 S Kedzie Ave
Chicago Transit Authority
Other
358 S Kedzie Ave
Kedzie - CTA Green Line Station
Other
3200 W Lake St
Source: foursquare.com
CTA Kedzie Garage
Bus Stop
358 S Kedzie Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Metra - Kedzie
Train Stop
N Kedzie Ave
CTA - Conservatory-Central Park Drive
Train Stop
3631 W Lake St
CTA - Pulaski-Green
Train Stop
4000 W Lake St
Source: foursquare.com
Chicago Transit Authority
Other
358 S Kedzie Ave
Kedzie - CTA Green Line Station
Other
3200 W Lake St
Cta
Other
2155 W Lake St
Source: foursquare.com
East Garfield Park Schools
- 1/10
Grades 9-12 • Public
- 6/10
Grades PK, K-8 • Public
- 5/10
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy
Grades PK, K-8 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-8 • Private
- 8/10
Grades K-8 • Charter
- 7/10
Learn Charles And Dorothy Campbell Campus
Grades K-8 • Charter