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Lincoln Park, IL
Lincoln Park · Cook County · IL 60614
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Lincoln Park, Chicago
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Verdict
$730K
Median Price
89/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
10 min
to Chicago Loop
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
B-Schools
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
89/100
WYLT Score75/100
Our Take
Lincoln Park offers a great mix of walkability, transit, and vibrant culture, but the high cost of housing and rent can make it tough for many. It’s ideal if you can afford the price and want easy access to downtown, good schools, and plenty of amenities.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable with excellent transit to Loop
- ✓Strong public schools and many educational options
- ✓Vibrant dining, nightlife, and park space
- ✓Low flood risk and generally safe area
Real Talk
- !Housing and rent are expensive relative to average income
- !Limited affordable rental stock
- !Peak hour traffic can be heavy and noisy
- !Nightlife and nightlife crowd can increase noise and traffic
- $High property taxes
- $High homeowners insurance premiums
- $Parking and transportation costs during commute
Best For
Young professionalsFamilies with kidsStudents looking for good schoolsRemote workers needing a vibrant city feel
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Lincoln Park, IL
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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