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FAQs about Jefferson Park

What is the overall vibe or atmosphere of Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

Jefferson Park offers a quiet, residential atmosphere with historic streets and a strong sense of community. It blends access to outdoor spaces and golf courses with proximity to downtown Chicago, making it ideal for those who enjoy peaceful living near urban convenience.

How walkable is Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

Jefferson Park is very walkable, with easy access to parks, restaurants, shops, and grocery stores along Milwaukee Avenue. Most daily errands can be accomplished on foot.

What are the main highways that serve Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

The main highway serving Jefferson Park is the I-90 expressway, which runs directly through the neighborhood and provides easy access to both O'Hare International Airport and downtown Chicago.

What is the restaurant scene like in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL? What are some of the must-try places?

Jefferson Park features top-rated, family-owned restaurants. Must-try spots include Big Top Restaurant for diner classics, Smakosz for Polish food, and Ssyal for authentic Korean cuisine. Andy’s Deli, a butcher shop since 1918, is also a local favorite.

Are there any significant historical places or landmarks in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

A notable landmark in Jefferson Park is the Copernicus Center, located next to Thomas Jefferson Park. Andy’s Deli & Mikolajczyk Sausage Shop, serving since 1918, also holds historical significance.

Is Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL a family-friendly neighborhood? What amenities are available for children and families in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

Jefferson Park is a family-friendly neighborhood with green spaces, golf courses, and well-maintained homes. Amenities for families include Thomas Jefferson Park, Roberts Square Park, William Gladstone Park, and community-focused areas like the Copernicus Center.

What is the average commute time to downtown from Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

Commute time from Jefferson Park to downtown Chicago is typically fast via I-90 or CTA Blue Line, except during rush hour. The neighborhood’s access to both highways and public transit supports efficient travel.

How accessible is the metro/subway system in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

Jefferson Park has strong transit access via the CTA Blue Line and Metra trains. The Jefferson Park and Gladstone Park stations serve the UP-NW line, while the Forest Glen Station serves the MD-N line.

What are the best schools (elementary, middle, and high school) in and around Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

Notable schools in Jefferson Park include Beard, Beaubien, Farnsworth, Hitch, Norwood Park, and Prussing Elementary Schools, as well as St. Constance and St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Schools.

What are the major attractions or points of interest in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?

Major attractions in Jefferson Park include the Copernicus Center, multiple parks like Thomas Jefferson Park, golf courses, and Milwaukee Avenue’s specialty markets and eateries.

Jefferson Park Apartment Living

Neighborhood Vibe

Shopping and walking to nearby parks or restaurants is a breeze for Jefferson Park Chicago. Apartments in Jefferson Park are close to public transit, and this charming neighborhood has very walkable streets. Milwaukee Avenue is a home chef's dream; this street is filled with specialty markets, large grocery stores, and ethnic groceries. You'll find everything you need in Jefferson Park, no matter what you want to cook! Ready to test out the old golf swing? Head over to Ridgemoor Country Club or Edgebrook Golf Course for a day of exercise, beautiful scenery, and lots of fun.

Heart of the Neighborhood

There is no shortage of top-rated restaurants in Jefferson Park. Big Top Restaurant will quickly become your favorite mainstay for diner classics. Smakosz Restaurant is a neighborhood famous for home-cooked Polish food. And don't miss Ssyal, one of Chicago's best Korean restaurants. Are you looking for an old-school butcher? Look no further than Andy's Deli & Mikolajczyk Sausage Shop. It's been serving Chicago since 1918.

What We Love Most

Jefferson Park, Chicago, offers residents quiet, historic streets, all while being close to the excitement of the city's center. This neighborhood is filled with family-owned restaurants, some of the best in the city! The parks and golf courses make this neighborhood ideal for those who love the great outdoors.

Best Way to Get Around

Apartment renters in Jefferson Park can get around via Elston/Milwaukee and I-90 or choose the Metra UP-NW or CTA Blue to explore other neighborhoods.

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Jefferson Park apartments are available in studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, and single-family houses for rent. In this northwest side neighborhood, apartments are frequently found in vintage courtyard buildings, two- and three-flat apartment buildings, mid-rises, and townhouses. Jefferson Park apartment renters can do most of their shopping on Milwaukee Avenue, with various small businesses and larger supermarkets. One popular option is getting around Jefferson Park via Milwaukee Avenue, or commuters can choose the 'L' Blue line to venture to other parts of the city. The I-90 expressway runs directly through Jefferson Park, offering easy access to O'Hare International Airport and downtown Chicago (except during rush hour).

Surrounded by golf courses, country clubs, and plenty of green space, Jefferson Park Chicago is perfect for individuals and families who love the outdoors. Located on the far Northwest Side of Chicago, this large neighborhood is filled with meticulously maintained homes and apartment buildings with great pride of ownership. This neighborhood has three sub-neighborhoods: Jefferson Park, Indian Woods Community, and Gladstone Park on the northern edge of Jefferson Park.

Parks in Jefferson Park Chicago include its namesake park Thomas Jefferson Park, next to the famed Copernicus Center, Roberts Square Park, Austin Foster Park, William Gladstone Park, Dunham Park, and the Thaddeus Lechowicz Woods along the North Branch of the Chicago River. The boundaries of Jefferson Park are generally from North Nagle Avenue on the west, West Devon Avenue on the north, Chicago River on the east, and West Gunnison Street on the south.

Public transportation options in Jefferson Park include the Metra Train UP-NW, which runs through the middle of the neighborhood with stops at the Gladstone Park Station and the Jefferson Park Station on the south. The Metra Train MD-N is accessible on the neighborhood's east side at the Forest Glen Station near Forest Glen Woods. The CTA Blue Line is accessible near the Copernicus Center.

Jefferson Park is adjacent to Norwood Park, Edgebrook, Harwood Heights, Portage Park, Sauganash, Mayfair, and North Mayfair.

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Schools in Jefferson Park

Advance School

Beard Elementary School

Beaubien Elementary School

Farnsworth Elementary School

Hitch Elementary School

Norwood Park School

Prussing Elementary School

St. Constance Elementary School

St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic School

Brick bungalow houses and front yards in Jefferson Park Chicago

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Gale Street Inn restaurant front entrance and sign on N Milwaukee Ave in Jefferson Park Chicago

Cafe MArbella Tapas Restaurant on N Milwaukee Ave in Jefferson Park Chicago

Gorilla Sushi Bar front entrance on N Milwaukee Ave in Jefferson Park Chicago

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Paternos Pizza Italian Restaurant entrance and parking lot in Jefferson Park Chicago

Single family homes and apartment buildings in Jefferson Park Chicago

Townhouse exterior on corner lot in Jefferson Park Chicago

Westons Coffee front exterior on N Milwaukee Ave in Jefferson Park Chicago

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Edgebrook

Edgebrook Chicago is a quiet Northwest Side neighborhood that makes good on the Chicago motto of "City in a Garden"

Norwood Park

Apartments for rent in Norwood Park are available in studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. Detached single-family homes are pretty standard in this Far Northwest Side neighborhood.

Portage Park

Classic neighborhood on the Northwest Side, centered around its sprawling namesake park. Known for its strong Polish heritage, family-friendly atmosphere, and the historic Six Corners shopping district. Rentals include vintage two-flats, classic bungalows converted to apartments.

Sauganash

Apartments for rent in Sauganash can be found in studio apartments, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom configurations. Townhomes and two-flats are quite popular here, too.