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Bucktown Real Estate Overview

Those who choose to buy a home in Bucktown are often attracted to the unique combination of landmark architecture, tree-lined streets and proximity to downtown. The neighborhood of Bucktown is located on the near northwest side of Chicago about two miles from downtown and directly adjacent to the neighborhood of Wicker Park, bounded roughly by the Kennedy Expressway on the east, Western Avenue on the west and Fullerton and North Avenues on the north and south.

Buying a home in Bucktown can mean anything from a vintage cottage to a new-construction condominium. Bucktown real estate includes rehabbed lofts, townhouse developments and unique, luxury single-family homes constructed side-by-side with the classic Victorian-style pre-existing houses that lend to the neighborhood's character and charm. Even the new construction is generally only three to four stories, preserving the low-lying old-time feeling of the neighborhood and lending a comforting contrast between Bucktown and the skyscrapers of downtown and along the lakefront.

Bucktown homes for sale vary from the mid- to upper-$200's for condominiums to million-dollar homes on the fringe of Lincoln Park, replete with every imaginable amenity. Rehabbed single-family homes and two-flats can be found in the $500-800,000 range. Search for Bucktown Real Estate.

Bucktown Transportation

Just off the Kennedy Expressway exits at Fullerton, Armitage or North Avenues, Bucktown can be easily reached from downtown, the south side or any suburban locations. Taxis are readily available night and day at major intersections.

Public transit is plentiful throughout Bucktown. Buses serve the main east-west streets of North, Armitage and Fullerton Avenues. The north-south streets of Ashland, Damen and Western Avenues also offer bus routes through Bucktown, including an express bus on Western. The blue line train traverses through the neighborhood, making several stops. Metra has a Bucktown stop called Clybourn.

Street parking is generally available; many restaurants offer valet parking, especially on the weekends.

Bucktown Schools

Bucktown is served by Region 2 of the Chicago Public Schools, offering charter, magnet and small schools to those living within the neighborhood or to those willing to commute. Religious academies are also available for Bucktown homeowners with school-age children.

Bucktown Nightlife / Entertainment / Restaurants

Nightlife begins in Bucktown with its many bars and lounges. Visit The Map Room or The Northside Tavern and Grill for a taste of the neighborhood's charm and true Bucktown feeling. Take in some music at the Double Door or theater at the Trap Door. Nationally-known cabaret acts can be found at Davenport's. The AMC City North movie theater, newly-built with all-stadium seating, is located on the western fringe of Bucktown.

Dining in Bucktown ranges from family-oriented (Lazo's for Mexican) to posh and upscale (nationally-acclaimed Spring or country French at Café Matou). From casual American (the 24-hour Hollywood Grill) to diverse ethnic cuisines, including noteworthy Costa Rican (Irazu), family-run Middle Eastern (Sultan's Market), or old-country Swedish delectables (Ann Sather's).

For a quick break during an afternoon of shopping, Bucktown has coffee houses aplenty, including Italianate caffe DeLuca. Consider a stop at one of Bucktown's bakeries, including Red Hen (now featuring coffee, tea and sandwiches on their own breads) or Sweet Thang. Innovative carry-out can be purchased at Cooking Fools, easily recognized by the larger-than-life whisk above their doorway.

Bucktown Shopping

Many travel to Bucktown for its range of shopping, including up-to-the-minute fashion and home furnishing boutiques. Both can be found traveling only a short distance in any direction from the Bucktown crossroads intersection of North, Damen and Milwaukee Avenues.

Art galleries abound, and can be found all along the major streets of Bucktown and farther into neighboring Wicker Park as well.

Bucktown Festivals / Parks

As one of the city's artistic hubs, Bucktown hosts several art festivals, including Around the Coyote, twice annually, and the Bucktown Art Festival. Around the Coyote is a walking tour to galleries and studios including those in the Bucktown neighborhood. The Bucktown Art Fest is held in Senior Citizens Memorial Park in the summer. To showcase the neighborhood even further, a summer garden walk along Bucktown's tree-lined streets has been added in recent years.

Holstein Park has a swimming pool open during the summer months. Damen Avenue boasts a city park with an officially sanctioned dog run. In addition to the pleasures of walking and people watching, the new Cheetah Gym offers a wonderful workout facility, and yoga classes can be found throughout Bucktown, including the long-established Global Yoga.

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