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Andersonville
Magnolia (1250W) to Ravenswood (1800W), Foster (5200N) to Bryn Mawr (5600N) Sudler’s Andersonville office is located in the heart of this community at 5438 North Clark Street. An old Swedish neighborhood dating back to the mid-19th century, Andersonville still showcases its ethnic heritage in its bakeries, small shops and architecture. It is also the home to the Swedish American Museum and some of the best coffee-cakes outside of Sweden at the Swedish Bakery. Quaint bookstores, coffee houses (some well-known for poetry), gift shops and a variety of restaurants including Persian, Asian and Mexican line the streets. Beautiful large single-family homes, attractive three-flats and newly renovated walk-ups offer wonderful housing options with city conveniences. Within Andersonville lies the upscale Lakewood/Balmoral neighborhood. Tree-lined streets and perfectly manicured lawns are home to large single family homes, as well as vintage brick and greystones.
Bucktown/Wicker Park
Kennedy Expressway (E) to Western (2400W), Division (1200N) to Fullerton (2400N) These two neighborhoods blend together to form what has been dubbed “the hippest neighborhoods in Chicago” by local media. These two neighborhoods feature art galleries, chic stores and new restaurants galore. Centered around the intersection of Damen, North and Milwaukee (and Chicago’s Flatiron Building), this area is reminiscent of New York City’s SoHo. The yearly “Around the Coyote” festival provides a sampling of the work of the area’s artisans. Housing in this neighborhood reflects its changing nature, from stately homes to new loft conversions.
Edgewater
Lake Michigan (E) to Ravenswood (1800W), Foster (5200N) to Devon (6400N) Once lined by stately mansions along the lake shore, Edgewater is now the home of many high-rise apartments and condominiums with spectacular lake front views and access. Beyond these residential giants are large homes that are being rehabbed, and are still very affordable. Close to Loyola University, Edgewater is the home of many students. Easy access to public transportation and Lake Shore Drive, along with moderate housing prices, make this area very attractive.
Gold Coast
Lake Michigan (E) to Clark (100W) and Oak (1000N) to North (1600N) Known as Chicago’s most prestigious neighborhood, the Gold Coast remains home to many well-to-do Chicagoans. With an abundance of shopping, especially along the Magnificent Mile, plus restaurants, sidewalk cafes and fabulous night-life, this area is for those who appreciate a city life-style and convenience to downtown and the lake. The Gold Coast has the added advantage of a beach right down the block. Oak Street Beach is an ideal area for biking, running, walking or just relaxing. In the summer, you can enjoy many of the street festivals in the area. Almost any type of housing is available: modern high-rise condominiums, cooperatives, townhomes, brownstone and greystone single family homes. Residents along Lake Shore Drive generally have unobstructed lake views, as do some buildings bordering North Avenue, which look directly over Lincoln Park to the lake. Most residential properties are one-of-a-kind landmarks offering a sophisticated and exciting mix that is known to be the best in Chicago!
Hyde Park/Pullman Historic District
Lake Michigan (E) to Cottage Grove Avenue (W), 51st Street (N) to 60th Street (S) The University of Chicago and The Museum of Science and Industry are this area’s cultural hot spots. Hyde Park prides itself on being one of Chicago’s few truly diverse neighborhoods. Spectacular bookstores, the beautiful lake front, stately high-rises and Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous Robie House are just a few of the treasures of this area. Housing is also diverse, ranging from grand high-rise buildings along the lake to low-rise condominiums in the middle and gorgeous estates on large lots to the north. It is a neighborhood combining bustling university activity and quiet shaded streets.
Lakeview
Lake Michigan (E) to Chicago River, Diversey (2800N) to Addison (3600N) This neighborhood offers all the conveniences of city living including excellent transportation, close proximity to Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan, and easy access to wonderful shopping and leisure activities. A wonderful recreation and cultural community, Lakeview is home to Wrigley Field and nearby Waveland Golf Course in Lincoln Park. Broadway offers exquisite shopping, restaurants and night-life. Left virtually untouched by the Chicago Fire, this neighborhood flourished into a builders' paradise throughout the mid-1900’s. You can still see many of the lovely cottages and Victorian mansions stretched along Lincoln, Belmont and Ashland Avenues. Lakeview has everything, from single-family homes to larger apartment buildings, newer construction to recent renovations.
Lincoln Park
Lake Michigan (E) to Clybourn, North Avenue (1600N) to Diversey (2800N) Sudler’s Lincoln Park office is located at 1650 North Wells. This neighborhood is just minutes from downtown Chicago. Many love Lincoln Park and all the wonderful cultural events and entertainment it has to offer including shopping on Clark Street, dining, theater and the arts. There is an array of fabulous restaurants, art galleries and boutiques. This area’s biggest asset is Lincoln Park itself. The 1200-acre park has playing fields, bike paths, picnic areas, a public golf course and driving range and a wonderful zoo. Known as one of the oldest communities in Chicago, Lincoln Park still retains much of its original charm. Many homes have been restored to their original spendor and have been designated as historically significant. Housing ranges from high rises to 2-3 flat brownstones to contemporary townhouses and large single-family homes. Lincoln Park offers both private and public schools including Francis Parker, The Latin School, Lincoln Park High School and DePaul University.
The Loop
Lake Michigan (E) to Chicago River, Chicago River to Congress (500S) For the “true urbanite” there can be no better place to live than Chicago’s Loop. Originally designed as the area surrounded by the elevated train, this area has grown to include the area from Lake Michigan to the Chicago River. For the shopper, there are the grand old department stores such as Marshall Field’s and Carson, Pirie, Scott, plus other wonderful stores of all varieties. For the architecture buff, marvels in the area range from Louis Sullivan’s magnificent Auditorium Theater, to sculptures by Picasso, Calder and Chagall to the modern State of Illinois building. In addition, there are restaurants, theaters and museums. The Loop is also home to the Chicago Symphony and the Lyric Opera. Most of the Loop is commercial, but there are also a few office buildings that have been converted to residential housing.
Near South Side
Wentworth (200W) to Stewart (400W), Stevenson Expressway to Archer and Cermak (2200S) Only minutes outside of the Loop is an area composed of some of Chicago’s fine old neighborhoods. Bridgeport and Chinatown combine to form this historically rich and culturally diverse region. Two highly visible landmarks of the area are the new Comiskey Park (U.S. Cellular Field), home of the Chicago White Sox, and the architecturally superb Illinois Institute of Technology that is situated across the expressway. From traditional Irish neighborhood pubs, a day at the ball park, or shops and four-star restaurants with an Oriental flair, the Near South Side is the place to be. Residences are primarily bungalows and 2-3 flats surrounded by expressway, factories and railroads.
New East Side
Michigan (100E) to Lake Michigan, Grant Park to Chicago River Sudler’s New East Side office is located at 155 North Harbor. Built on air rights over land once occupied by railroad yard, this corner of downtown Chicago offers two marinas, world class hotels, and high-rise apartments, creating a new residential cul de sac neighborhood that is ultra-convenient for those who work downtown. Many of the condominium residences have breathtaking panoramic views of Navy Pier, Grant Park and Lake Michigan. Here you can enjoy the Chicago fireworks without even leaving your home!
Old Town
Clark (100W) to Clybourn, Division (1200N) to North (1600N) Designated a Chicago landmark district in 1977 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984, this neighborhood is rich in history and tradition. Containing some of the most appealing streets in town, this community has made strong attempts to preserve the original character and integrity of the neighborhood. You can see the history reflected in the style of architecture and the “style” of the neighborhood. Its commitment to the arts is seen in the annual Old Town Art Fair that takes place in June. There is an array of theatres including the Steppenwolf Theatre and renowned improvisational comedy theatre Second City where John Belushi, Bill Murray, Chris Farley and Shelley Long got their starts. Among friendly and comfortable neighborhood restaurants and bars are renovated Victorian frame cottages, brownstones and Queen Anne style homes.
Ravenswood
Clark (1400W) to Kedzie (3200W), Montrose (4400N) to Foster (5200N) Named for Ravenswood Avenue, this family neighborhood has an unusually strong sense of community. Ravenswood was settled in the early 20th century by Germans and Scandinavians. Ravenswood was also the center of Chicago’s silent film industry. The 40-acre Welles Park is the garden spot of this neighborhood, though the entire gardening community participates in the annual garden walk. Ravenswood is also the home of the Old Town School of Folk Music. There is excellent transportation for the Elevated and Metra trains as well as nearby expressways. Many of the condos in Ravenswood are renovations rather than new developments. In fact, this neighborhood is a great place for those interested in rehabbing property.
River North
Clark (100W) to the Chicago River, Chicago River to Chicago (800N) One of Chicago’s most delicious neighborhoods, thanks to the 24-hour operated Blommer Chocolate Factory, River North was once a mecca of manufacturing and warehouses. Many of these old manufacturing sites have become home to spacious lofts and offices. Trendy restaurants, dance clubs, galleries and shops soon followed. The Merchandise Mart and Apparel Center continue as the hub of Chicago’s furniture and fashion design industries. Now known as an area where Chicagoans live, work and play, new construction is popping up all around. Housing is somewhat restricted to lofts and new conversions offering some of the most breathtaking views of the city.
Rogers Park
Lake Michigan to Kedzie (3200 W), Devon (6400N) to Evanston (N) Rogers Park is truly an international neighborhood, with shops and delicacies from around the world and a very active arts community. Since this area is located between Northwestern University and Loyola University, it is home to many students, artists and activists with a 60’s flair. In the summer months residents enjoy Loyola Park and the eight beaches that lie along Lake Michigan. East Rogers Park has low-rise courtyard buildings, 2-4 flats, and single family homes. West Rogers Park is predominately single-family homes.
Roscoe Village
Damen (2000W) to Western (2400W), Belmont (3200N) to Addison (3600N) This neighborhood was once considered a well-kept secret. On Roscoe from Damen to Western, it features a quaint downtown area with a remarkable small town feel. Antique Row, a five block stretch on Belmont from Ravenswood to Western, is known throughout the Midwest as the place to go when seeking antiques. Roscoe Village caters mostly to working couples and families and is gaining an influx of urban professionals. This peaceful neighborhood is comprised primarily of post World War II bungalows and two-family flats dating from the early 1900’s, but is seeing more retail and condominium renovations.
South Loop
Michigan (100E) to Chicago River, Roosevelt Road (1200S) to Jackson (300S) Since the Lake Shore Drive Improvement Project created ten acres of park-land along the shore plus elegant landscaping, bike paths and new bridges and walkways, the South Loop has become increasingly more desirable. Offering an abundance of housing options, this neighborhood has recently become extremely appealing to many home buyers. From new upper-bracket singe family homes to condominium and loft buildings, the South Loop is an ideal combination of city living and convenience.
Streeterville
Lake Michigan to Michigan (100E), Grand (500N) to Oak (1000N) This neighborhood was named after one of Chicago’s great eccentrics, Captain George Wellington “Cap” Streeter, who in 1886 was responsible for turning this area into the heart of Chicago. It is known as Chicago’s prime shopping district featuring Water Tower Place, Blommingdale's, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and much, much more! You will find everything from wonderful restaurants and art galleries, to convenient movie theaters. Streeterville is home to Northwestern University’s Chicago campus, which includes its law and medical school, plus the University of Chicago’s Graduate Business School Residential properties within this community include many high-rise condominium and apartment buildings and some co-op buildings.
Tri-Taylor
Halsted (800W) to Ashland (1600W), Roosevelt (1200S) to Harrison (600S) Once known as “Little Italy”, Taylor Street still has some of the finest Italian restaurants and bakeries in the city. This area was the center of the work of Jane Addams, and is now home to the Hull House Museum. It is also home to the University of Illinois, Chicago (UIC) campus. A perfect neighborhood for sports fans, you are only minutes away from the United Center, Soldier Field, and Comisky Park (U.S. Cellular Field). And, it is only a five-minute commute to the Loop. Tri-Taylor is full of affordable single-family homes and townhomes; everything within walking distance.
Uptown
Lake Michigan to Ashland (1600W), Irving Park (4000N) to Foster (5200N) Uptown (Sheridan Park, Buena Park, Clarendon Park) was originally built as a luxury lakeside summer resort in the 1890s. In 1915, Charlie Chaplain shot his first films at a neighborhood studio, making it the center of moviemaking. Today, Uptown is one of Chicago’s most ethnically diverse neighborhoods. Along Argyle Street, you will find bakeries, restaurants and import stores of Uptown’s expansive Asian community. Housing in Uptown is also diverse, ranging from mansions along Lake Michigan to moderately priced apartment buildings. There are many single family homes and lakefront condominiums. Many new residential buildings have recently been completed or proposed, along with 3-flat buildings being renovated into affordable condominiums. Located near the lake and public transportation, Uptown is a convenient and affordable neighborhood.
West Loop
Kennedy Expressway to Ashland (1600W), Eisenhower Expressway to Lake Michigan Sudler’s West Loop office is located at 934 West Madison in an area that has become one of Chicago’s hot places to live. Since there was no old housing stock to replace, the West Loop has grown faster than most regentrified neighborhoods. The majority of housing in this area is renovated loft condominiums. Traditionally an industrial area, at one time this neighborhood was thought to be the very opposite of trendy. With new construction, restaurants and galleries plus the convenience of being just minutes from downtown and the expressway, the West Loop is a very desirable place to live. | 
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