Lincoln Square Chicago Apartments For Rent

Lincoln Square Apartment Living

Neighborhood Vibe

Lincoln Square apartments are in a charming community with a solid mix of single-family homes, 2- and 3-flat apartments, and medium-sized buildings, making Lincoln Square a cozy neighborhood for apartments without being overly dense.

Heart of the Neighborhood

Lincoln Square Chicago gets its name from the 16th President of the United States, and the namesake square is where it all happens on any given day. With a traffic-controlled one-way street, this community gathering spot feels plucked right out of a small town.

What We Love Most

Lincoln Square is the epicenter of Chicago’s annual Oktoberfest celebrations, owing mainly to the neighborhood’s roots as a settling ground for German-speaking immigrants in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Diners and dancers looking for a chance to don lederhosen and say, “Prost!” will find plenty to do in Lincoln Square Chicago every autumn.

Best Way to Get Around

Lincoln Square apartments are near a conveniently located CTA 'L' Brown line stop where Western and Lincoln Ave meet. The no. 49 Western Ave bus is easily accessible, and the no. 81 Lawrence Ave bus spans a good stretch of the Lincoln Square neighborhood. The neighborhood also has many miles of bike-friendly streets.

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1 Bedroom in Lincoln Square Average Rent	$925-1.6k
2 Bedroom in Lincoln Square Average Rent	$1.8k-2.6k
3 Bedroom in Lincoln Square Average Rent	$2.1k-4.1k
4+ Bedroom in Lincoln Square Average Rent	$3k

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General

There are hundreds of vintage Lincoln Square apartments, many renovated and more prominent; this ideal Chicago neighborhood is dense with students, young professionals, and families with renters seeking larger apartments with better value. The apartments are typically found in courtyard buildings, divided houses, and 2-flat and 3-flat boutique buildings.

There are some cheap Lincoln Square apartments to be seen however those deals are becoming more difficult to find in this highly desired neighborhood. This neighborhood maintains a diverse mix of apartment types. Lincoln Square has somewhat larger rentals than adjacent neighborhoods, which allows for more rent value. Lincoln Square generally has a wide selection of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Three-bedroom apartments in Lincoln Square Chicago are generally less available. 4 bedroom apartments in Lincoln Square only come occasionally, so be prepared to act quickly when you see one since they do not stay on the market long.

The Lincoln Square neighborhood retains more than a relic of its once uniquely German character. The neighborhood has become a bustling little village with enough variety to keep anyone busy just about any night of the week. There's a healthy variety of restaurants and boutiques along Lincoln Ave just south of Lawrence and a conveniently located CTA 'L' stop just a block off the main drag serviced by the Brown Line.

A gigantic branch of the Chicago Public Library lies directly across the street at the corner of Lincoln Ave and Montrose St. The Old Town School of Folk Music can be found in Lincoln Square, Chicago. Old Town School of Folk Music is a unique teaching and performance organization for both adults and children that has up to 7,000 students per week come through its doors. In addition to its concerts, classes, workshops, and other offerings, this cultural institution is responsible for the yearly Chicago Folk and Roots Festival held in the adjacent Welles Park. With its expansive swath of 15 acres of green grass, Welles Park covers enough territory to accommodate several baseball diamonds and a playground. Winnemac Park, at Foster and Damen Ave, is nearly 40 acres, including baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and Amundsen High School. Other parks include River Park, Vogle Playlot, Gross Park, Sunken Gardens Park, Horner Park, and Jacob Park.

Lincoln Square Chicago includes the smaller neighborhoods of Budlong Woods, Ravenswood Gardens, and Bowmanville.

Popular Lincoln Square Apartment Buildings

Rockwell Manor Apartments

The Westerner Apartments

4551-4553 N Claremont Apartments

Wilson Manor Apartments

2520 West Leland Apartments

4756 North Maplewood Apartments

Bell & Lawrence Apartments

4801-4809 North Fairfield Apartments

Gunnison & Talman Apartments

Schools in Lincoln Square

Adler Schools
Eliza Chappell School
Lycee Francais Chicago
Lyman Budlong Public School
Montessori Gifted Prep School
Northside College Prep School
North Park Elementary School
North Shore Junior Academy
Pilgrim Lutheran
Ravenswood Montessori School
Queen of Angels Elementary School
St. Hilary's Elementary School
St. Matthias School
Waldorf School
Waters School

Brick apartment buildings in Lincoln Square Chicago

Classic Citroen 2 CV driving on Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Square Chicago

Fountain public plaza in Lincoln Square Chicago

apartment buildings with green front lawns in Lincoln Square Chicago

Jogger and pedestrians outside local businesses in Lincoln Square Chicago

Jogger and sprinkler in front lawns of apartments in Lincoln Square Chicago

Man carrying guitar on North Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Square Chicago

Pedestrians crossing North Lincoln Avenue at Wilson Avenue in Lincoln Square Chicago

People walking with dog and front yards of apartment buildings in Lincoln Square Chicago

Dining in Lincoln Square

Lincoln Square apartments are located near a healthy variety of restaurants and boutiques along Lincoln Ave just south of Lawrence. The adjacent stretch of Western Ave offers plenty of dining options in Lincoln Square.

Pedestrians walking across intersection and Fork restaurant entrance in Lincoln Square Chicago

Diners sitting at outdoor patio seating on North Lincoln Avenue restaurants in Lincoln Square Chicago

Nightlife in Lincoln Square

Lincoln Square apartments are close to the Old Town School of Folk Music, located in Lincoln Square; despite sharing a name with a different Chicago neighborhood, it is a well-known cultural institution that welcomes thousands of students each year. But the school doesn’t only teach music; it’s responsible for the yearly Chicago Folk and Roots Festival and regularly stages concerts in Lincoln Square.

Davis Theatre sign on North Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Square Chicago

Shoppers and pedestrians stroll down North Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Square Chicago

Coffee in Lincoln Square

The large and airy Groundswell Coffee Roasters on Damen Ave is a favorite place for Lincoln Square residents to hang out, read a book or converse over a warm cup of java.

Lincoln Square archway sign in Lincoln Square Chicago

History in Lincoln Square

The Lincoln Square neighborhood on Chicago's northwest side is home to the final building in Louis Sullivan's architectural portfolio. The legendary architect's work can be seen in some grand showcases throughout Chicago and the Midwest. Still, his final completed project is on North Lincoln Avenue near the shopping promenade of Lincoln Square.

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Budlong Woods

Apartments for rent in Budlong Woods Chicago can be found in two- and three-flat buildings, and plenty of single-family homes for rent in this quiet Northwest Side neighborhood.

North Center

North Center Chicago apartments for rent can be found in newer buildings and also beautiful renovated historical buildings. Parks and bike-friendly streets are also plentiful in this North Side community.

Ravenswood

Ravenswood apartments in Chicago are available to rent in classic pre-war courtyard buildings, houses, two-flats and trendy loft apartments. Public transit is quite easy from this North Side neighborhood with both Metra and CTA rail service.