Chicago, Chicago IL — neighborhood review

Chicago, IL

Chicago · Cook County · IL 60640

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$370K

Median Price

75/100

Walk Score

7.9/10

Schools

17 min

to Chicago Loop

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
79/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
BWalkability
75/100
WYLT Score65/100

Our Take

Lincoln Square offers great walkability and a short ride to the Loop, but its median income is below the city average, making affordability tight. Schools are solid and the area has a mix of housing, though crime and cost of living are concerns.

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The Good

  • ✓Walker's Paradise with 93 walk score
  • ✓17-minute commute to the Loop via good transit
  • ✓Highly rated high schools
  • ✓Bike-friendly streets and green spaces

Real Talk

  • !Median income (~$69k) below city average, making affordability tight
  • !Rent (~$1,318) high relative to income
  • !Moderate to high crime rates in parts of the area
  • !High living costs: utilities, taxes, insurance
  • $High property taxes
  • $Insurance premiums can rise
  • $Utilities and maintenance for loft conversions can be costly

Best For

FamiliesYoung ProfessionalsCommutersStudents

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Chicago, IL

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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