Old Irving Park was originally intended to be a suburb but has become a diverse north side Chicago neighborhood offering the amenities of big city life while retaining its cozy charm.  Some call it a “suburb within a city”.  Located seven miles northwest of the Loop, the boundaries of Old Irving Park are Montrose Avenue to the north, Addison Street to the south, the Chicago River to the east and Pulaski Street to the west.

Old Irving Park real estate is made up primarily of two- and three-flat condos, bungalows and frame houses.  Old Irving Park homes feature some of the city’s most beautiful architecture reminding some of Oak Park’s stately family manors.  Old Irving Park also has a five-acre historic district (north of Waveland Avenue and east of Pulaski Road) that has over 120 architecturally significant bungalows including two buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.

The majority of the Old Irving Park neighborhood is middle-class homes and features streets lined with trees.  These tree-lined streets are among the prettiest walking routes in Chicago.  And most Irving Park blocks have friendly, ethnically mixed communities unto themselves with backyard barbecues and block parties.

Real estate prices in Irving Park wildly vary from the average sale price of a one-bedroom condo for $178,000 to townhomes that run between $300,000 and $800,000.

Irving Park is also home to several Chicago Park District parks including the original Independence Park plus Home Park, California Park and Revere Park.  California Park is also known as the McFetridge Sports Center and is the home toe Chicago’s only indoor hockey and tennis facilities including an NHL-sized ice rink that seats 1,200.

Old Irving Park also hosts an active commercial district that provides a greats selection of independent businesses and specialty shops as well as a large number of restaurants and watering holes.  Restaurants include German, American, Italian, Mexican, Thai, Chinese, Bosnian and Serbian.  Irving Park’s nightlife scene is perhaps best known for the Abbey Pub which is one of Chicago’s best-loved music spots.

Summer is the season for outdoor events and Old Irving Park is host to Benfest, an annual outdoor festival hosted by the St. Benedict Parish.  It’s a two-day party featuring live music, food, beer and more.

Old Irving Park’s history began in 1869 and traverses 150 years of American history.  It’s transformation from 200 acres of farmland to the thriving cozy neighborhood it has become is truly amazing and has a lot to offer for residents and visitors.

Menard Johnson & Associates Real Estate is proud to sell Old Irving Park real estate.  If you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Old Irving Park, visit their website, visit their website.

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016
Email: Send Email

Lakeview Real Estate Expert!

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016
Email: Send Email

Lakeview Real Estate Expert!

Roscoe Village in Chicago is home to many restaurants including Kitsch’n on Roscoe. Owners Jon Young and wife Helene Albert opened the restaurant in 1998 when a space became available at 2005 West Roscoe Street. They remodeled the location into a fun and funky 1970’s retro diner serving comfort food with gourmet flair.

The restaurant has been featured on television shows on the Food Channel ($40 a day with Rachael Ray, Chicago), the Travel Channel (Top Ten Fun Food Factories) as well as Chicago’s Best on WGN-TV. They’ve also won numerous awards including Best Brunch from Citysearch.com and Metromix.com and they’ve won the Jack Daniel’s Chicago Chili Cook-Off winners in 2001, 2004, 2007 and 2009.

Kitsch’n on Roscoe offers an eclectic food experience with an ambiance that takes you back to a simpler time. Decorations include toasters, games, memorabilia that will provide you with entertaining conversation while you wait. You can enjoy your meal seated inside or dine alfresco-style in the sidewalk café or their popular tiki beer-garden that’s open year-round (it’s heated with a retractable awning).

Favorite breakfast menu items include Green Eggs & Ham…Sam, Let Go My…Belgian Waffle and Bayou Crab Cake Benedit while dinner favorites include Not Your Mom’s Meatloaf, Fried Chicken & Waffles, Puff Pastry Pot Pies and more.

Overall, it’s a dining experience that you’ll only find in Chicago’s Roscoe Village neighborhood. To learn more about Kitsch’n on Roscoe, click here.

Menard Johnson & Associates Real Estate is proud to be part of the Roscoe Village area. They’ve been serving the Chicago real estate market since 1976.

For more information about Menard Johnson & Associates, visit their website.

Roscoe Village home for sale!

This 2 bedroom/1 bathroom home is sophisticated, sleek and has all the bells and whistles.  Upgrades throughout including:

• Hardwood floors
• Kitchen w/stainless steel appliances and granite counters
• Planning desk
• Breakfast bar
• Smart home security
• Organized walk-in master closet
• Large bathroom

The home also features a limestone iPod docking and surround sound.  Plus the TV and speakers stay!  You’ll also enjoy the nice outdoor space in this terrific location that’s only two blocks from the El.  Location can’t be beat with everything nearby!

To learn more about this listing and to see more pics, click here.

Listed by:
Charese David
Menard Johnson & Associates
Phone 773-472-6016 x17

1851 West Cornelia Avenue 1
Chicago,  IL  60657
$259,000
2 Bed, 1 Full Bath | | MLS #08285392

2625 North CLARK Street 1304

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Menard Johnson & Associates
2200 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: 773-472-6016
Email: Send Email

Roscoe Village Real Estate Expert!

New listing now available!

Architecturally significant intimate building designed by famous Chicago architect Milton Schwartz features floor to ceiling windows throughout.  This Lakeview condo is a corner unit and features 2 bedrooms, 1-and-a-half bathrooms with a fabulous open floor plan.  Large rooms, huge closets, new modern carpet and newer appliances are just a few of the highlights of this great Chicago condo.  Renovate or keep as-is; either way, it’s a wonderful space!

Enjoy all the area has to offer and this condo is in the heart of Lakeview.  It’s close to the lake, the park, transit, shopping and more.  Building amenities include a door person, bike room/bike trails, elevator, storage, park/playground, service elevator and more.

To learn more about this listing and to see more pics, click here.

Listed by:
Charese David
Menard Johnson & Associates
Phone 773-472-6016 x17

320 West Oakdale Avenue 602
CHICAGO,  IL  60657
$269,900
2 Bed, 1 Full Bath / 1 Half Bath | | MLS #08310957

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Spring has arrived in Chicago!  And with spring comes sunshine and 70s one day and rain and temps in the 50s the next.  But spring also brings the return of baseball to Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood.  Wrigleyville’s history is obviously linked to Wrigley Field and the Chicago Cubs.  Wrigley Field was built in 1914 and now serves as a Chicago and baseball landmark.  Wrigleyville is the name of the neighborhood that surrounds Wrigley Field and is also referred to as Central Lakeview.  The neighborhood encompasses an area that runs from Irving Park Road and Diversey Parkway to Racine Avenue and Halsted Street.

Wrigleyville includes many houses and low-rise brick buildings including some with rooftop bleachers which serve as Wrigley Rooftops where Cubs fans purchase seats to view games and typically all you can eat and drink service.  These rooftop owners work in conjunction with the Chicago Cubs organization.

The Wrigleyville neighborhood is so much more than Wrigley Field.  It’s also host to a wide selection of Chicago restaurants including Salt and Pepper, the Kit Kat Lounge, Tuscany on Clark, Shabu-Ya, Mr. Thai, Heaven on Seven, Bar Selona and more.  Wrigleyville is also home to some of Chicago’s most famous bars including The Cubby Bear, the Ivy on Clark, Chicago’s Blarney Stone, John Barleycorn’s, Murphy’s Bleachers, Casey Moran’s, Sluggers, Sports Corner and Roadhouse 66 all located near the Wrigley Field intersection of Clark and Addison Streets.

The businesses, restaurants, pubs and boutique businesses of Wrigleyville draw tourists from across the world as well as its fair share of Chicagoans.  But these aren’t the only attractions in the neighborhood.  It’s also home to several theatres including the Music Box Theatre (a historical movie house), the Stage Left Theatre (featuring live plays) and the Improv Olympic featuring shows that depend on audience participation.  Music venues include Metro, The Wild Hare, One and the Cubby Bear.

Wrigleyville residents are typically younger, many under 30 and most are professionals with families.  Despite the area’s associated with Cubs baseball, it manages to have a residential feel that is actually a perfect spot for quiet walks along the sidewalks away from the main streets.  Buying a home in Wrigleyville could be a charming brownstone with large windows shaded by trees.

Wrigleyville is home to those who love the Chicago Cubs but also serves as one of Chicago’s most spirited neighborhoods and a great place to call home!

Check out this stunning new construction at 3520 North Paulina Street in Chicago.  This 6 bedroom/6 bathroom two-story house features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms upstairs plus coffered ceilings, 4 fireplaces, 2.5 car garage, master spa bathroom and more including:

• Subzero Chef’s Kitchen
• Butler’s Pantry w/Eurocave Wine Cellar
• Food Pantry
• Breakfast Bar
• Large family room
• Patio with outdoor wood-burning fireplace
• Roof-top deck with Purgola
• Radiant heat
• 8-foot doors
• Walk-in Laundry
• Full finished English basement
• Hamilton Elementary School

This beautiful property is within walking distance to the El, Whole Foods, St. Andrews and more!  To find out more about this listing and to see more photos, click here.