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Lincoln Square Neighborhood Guide Chicago, IL

About

Lincoln Square is a vibrant neighborhood in North Chicago, known for its strong cultural heritage and unique small-town feel in a big city. The area, bounded by Foster Avenue and Montrose Avenue, offers access to famous cultural venues like the Old Town School of Folk Music and Davis Theater. Lincoln Square is also known for its charming square, lined with independent shops, local eateries, and welcoming pubs. The neighborhood is conveniently connected with other parts of the city via Western Avenue and Lawrence Avenue.

What You Will Love about Lincoln Square, Chicago, Illinois

  • You'll enjoy the neighborhood's cultural diversity, reflected in various festivals and local businesses.
  • The pedestrian-friendly square at the heart of Lincoln Square offers a variety of shopping and dining options.
  • If you're a fan of live music and movies, the Old Town School of Folk Music and Davis Theater are must-visit venues.

What's Nearby

Lincoln Square is in close proximity to the beautiful Winnemac Park, an expansive green space perfect for outdoor activities. It's also just a short drive from Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, and is easily accessible from downtown Chicago via public transportation.

The Rental Market

In the past 12 months, the average rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Lincoln Square has been around $1,175. Prices have varied, with the lowest average price at $1,125 and the highest average price reaching up to $1,455. These numbers indicate a relatively stable and moderately priced rental market for a neighborhood in a large city.

Rental Price Stability

The standard deviation of average price, being $107.34, indicates relatively stable rental prices in Lincoln Square. Fluctuations have been within a reasonable range, making it a dependable neighborhood for renters.

Lifestyle

Lincoln Square is known for its welcoming, community-oriented lifestyle, offering a blend of cultural experiences and recreational activities. The local dining scene features a mix of traditional American, German, and various other international cuisines, while the neighborhood's festivals and music venues provide frequent entertainment and cultural enrichment. The access to green spaces also promotes an active and outdoorsy lifestyle.

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Rental Trends in Lincoln Square

Studio1 Bed2 Beds
Sep 2023Oct 2023Nov 2023Dec 2023Jan 2024Feb 2024Mar 2024Apr 2024May 2024Jun 2024Jul 2024Aug 2024Sep 2024
$1125$1125$1125$1025$1025$1050$1050$995$1050$1095$1072$1050$1155
$1336$1336$1336$1336$1310$1310$1310$1310$1310$1307$1304$1300$1300
$1445$1598$1750$1445$1445$1995$1445$1445$1445$1445$1445$1445$2115
Last updated 9/19/2024
1358 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 1,082 restaurants, 170 grocery stores, and 66 parks within a mile of the Lincoln Square neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Michaels Herbs Dr

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

    •

    0.1 miles

    5109 N Western Ave

  • GROCERY
    Hank's Party Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store

    •

    0.1 miles

    5029 N Western Ave

  • SHOPPING
    The Chakra Shoppe

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    •

    0.3 miles

    5034 N Lincoln Ave

  • GROCERY
    El Milagro Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.3 miles

    2259 W Foster Ave

  • GROCERY
    Tony's Fresh Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.3 miles

    5233 N Lincoln Ave

  • GROCERY
    Rich Chocolates & Candies

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    5333 N Lincoln Ave

Lincoln Square Apartments and Rentals

1358 Rental properties in Lincoln Square, Chicago, IL.

  • The Onyx on Carmen property

    $1,650

    The Onyx on Carmen

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    650 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 5630 Sheridan property

    $995+

    5630 Sheridan

    Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    2 Units Available

  • The Onyx on Sheridan property

    $1,075+

    The Onyx on Sheridan

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    450–750 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • 6151 N Winthrop property

    $1,090+

    6151 N Winthrop

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    300–600 Sqft

    8 Units Available

  • Sheridan Plaza property

    $1,870+

    Sheridan Plaza

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    890 Sqft

    Available 11/1

  • 5536 N Sheridan Road property

    $1,286+

    5536 N Sheridan Road

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–1.5 Baths

    375–900 Sqft

    4 Units Available

1358 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%

Lincoln Square Demographics

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Lincoln Square Reviews

people smiling

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 7 of 8 renters

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 6 of 8 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 6 of 8 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 5 of 8 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 5 of 8 renters

  • Area Has Kids Play Outside

    Yes

    Say 4 of 8 renters

1358 Properties Available for Rent

Lincoln Square Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

90/100
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®

Good Transit

67/100
2 train stops, 4 other stops

CTA - Western-Brown

Other

4648 N Western Ave

Cta

Other

4648 N Rockwell St

CTA - Damen

Other

4645 N Damen Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Lincoln Square Schools

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7%
Lincoln ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,695
6%
North SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,893
36%
Far North SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,341
11%
UptownNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,420
3%
Lake ViewNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,016
55%
EdgewaterNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,328
20%
Logan SquareNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,600--
Rogers ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,309
8%
Lake View EastNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,008
55%
Irving ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$995
11%
LoyolaNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,295--
Albany ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$935--
AndersonvilleNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois----
Edgewater BeachNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,135
7%
Wicker ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,600--
Buena ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,423
3%
Roscoe VillageNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois----
North CenterNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$5,000
298%
Clarendon ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$962
28%
BucktownNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,600--
Little VietnamNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,212--
AvondaleNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$900--
Northwest SideNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$995
11%
Sheridan ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,192
16%
West RidgeNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,025
0%
Park WestNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,410
7%
West Rogers ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,025
2%
Portage ParkNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$885
39%
WrigleyvilleNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$2,996
1%
Old Town TriangleNeighborhood in Chicago, Illinois$1,782
5%