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Living in University Village / Little Italy

MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS  •  TREE-LINED STREETS  •  HISTORIC PAST  •  UNIVERSITY  •  ITALIAN DINING

Strolling through the tree-lined streets of University Village / Little Italy is like taking a walk through Chicago’s historic past. Beautiful parks and gardens are around every corner and magnificent residential architecture surrounds you. University Village / Little Italy is a place where Chicago’s immigrants of old settled and still thrive, while a younger, established student population breathes fresh air into the neighborhood and quietly paves the way for future generations in Chicago.

Taylor Street is the epicenter of the section of the neighborhood known as, Little Italy. Fresh, Italian cuisine is served daily and there are a wide-variety of Italian restaurants to choose from. The sidewalks of Taylor Street are quaint and quiet. Taylor Street, even though full of life and bustling students, is still reserved in a unique way.

Illinois Medical District Living

The Illinois Medical District is located on the west end of University Village / Little Italy and is home to the University of Illinois College of Medicine - the largest medical school in the United States, as well as Rush University Medical Center. The Illinois Medical District is also home to over 40 healthcare organizations united together with a common goal to “drive medicine forward”. Entrepreneurs, healthcare leaders and medical professionals live and work side-by-side in the IMD in a highly collaborative community determined to elevate the advancements in medical technology and improve healthcare practices globally.

The Gateway is a new, 10-acre mixed use real estate development that provides new office, residential and retail real estate inventory to the Illinois Medical District area and also includes new gardens and publicly accessible parks. The Gateway Plaza is home to a beautiful sculpture and fountain that welcomes residents and daily commuters to the IMD. The Gateway Plaza also features several restaurants, a Starbucks and a park.

Notable Hospitals, Medical Institutions and Government Offices in the IMD:

• Rush University Medical Center (1653 W Congress Pkwy)

• University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System (1740 W Taylor St)

• John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County (1969 Ogden Ave)

• Jesse Brown V.A. Hospital (820 S Damen Ave)

• Chicago Children’s Advocacy (1240 S Damen Ave)

• FBI Chicago Field Office (2111 Roosevelt Rd)

New Development in the IMD

A $1 billion dollar redevelopment project has been completed for the massive, old Cook County Hospital located at 1835 W Harrison St in the Illinois Medical District. The project brings 210 additional hotel rooms to the Illinois Medical District, 70,000 additional square feet of medical space and a museum that highlights the history of the old Cook County Hospital building.

Additional office, retail and real estate inventory is also now available at the old Cook County Hospital in Chicago. The project attracts hundreds of new jobs and residents to the Illinois Medical District and home real estate values are on the rise. The Illinois Medical District and Tri-Taylor neighborhood are prime areas for new real estate investment in Chicago.

If you are relocating to Chicago to work at a hospital, biotech firm or study medicine in the Illinois Medical District, call an experienced Chicago real estate agent today at 312-767-7504 to learn more about the best places to live near the Illinois Medical District and fulfill all of your real estate needs.

Where is University Village and the Illinois Medical District?

The University Village / Little Italy neighborhood boundaries are: 290 Eisenhower Expressway to the North, 16th St to the South, 90/94 Kennedy Expressway to the East and Ashland Ave to the West.

University Village/ Little Italy is located within the 60607 and 60608 zip codes. The 11th and 25th Wards cover the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood.

The Illinois Medical District boundaries are the 290 Eisenhower Expressway to the North, 15th St to the South, Ashland Ave to the East and Oakley Blvd to the West. 60608 and 60612 are the zip codes for the Illinois Medical District and the IMD is part of the 28th Ward.

University Village and IMD Public Transportation

Public transportation is easily accessible for those who live, work and study in the area making the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood a convenient location to travel to within the city of Chicago. The Polk CTA Pink Line ‘L’ train station provides easy transportation to the downtown Chicago Loop and the lower west side of Chicago. The Blue Line CTA ‘L’ train stations at UIC-Halsted, Racine and Illinois Medical District make traveling to and from the Chicago O’Hare International Airport the downtown Chicago Loop and west side of Chicago a breeze.

The CTA bus lines that service University Village / Little Italy and the Illinois Medical District are: #8 Halsted, #157 Taylor / Ogden, #60 Racine, #7 Harrison, #12 Roosevelt, #9 Ashland and #50 Damen.

University Village and IMD Real Estate Market Snapshot

TOWNHOMES  •  CUSTOM SINGLE FAMILY HOMES  •  DUPLEX CONDOS  •  LOFTS • ARCHITECTURE  

Real estate for sale in the University Village area is an eclectic blend of townhomes for sale and duplex condos for sale that have more interior square footage on average than other areas of the city. Many of the townhomes live like single family homes and are the perfect fit for medical and educational professionals with families that don’t want to spring for the higher cost of single family homes in the neighborhood. Many of the townhomes for sale have three bedrooms and two bathrooms with at least two levels of spacious living area and include garage or exterior parking spaces.

Victorian homes, brick two-flat and three-flat buildings and beautiful greystone homes are the primary form of detached real estate inventory for sale on the side streets and main thoroughfares in the University Village / Little Italy / Illinois Medical District neighborhood. Custom single family homes for sale in University Village / Little Italy come at a higher price point. Many custom homes are upgraded with high-end finishes before they are put on the market and are situated on extra-wide lots near parks, commercial districts and other neighborhood amenities. These features of custom homes demand a higher price point in the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood when listing a home for sale.

If you want to live near the Illinois Medical District and get more home for your money, Tri-Taylor and some other pockets of the Near West Side are an excellent value as real estate prices tend to be lower in the neighborhoods surrounding University Village / Little Italy and the West Loop.

Condos for sale in University Village / Little Italy are also plentiful. Modern condos in 3-flat and 4-flat buildings are for sale as well as condos in larger condo buildings such as the highly popular University Commons building in University Village / Little Italy. University Commons condos are industrial-loft style condos that have interior exposed brick and exposed ductwork, hardwood floors and lofted ceilings. Many students of University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) and Rush University Medical Center call University Commons home. Modern buildings with condos for sale in the neighborhood include updated floor plans and finishes that one would look for in newer construction in today’s real estate market. Apartments for rent can also be found throughout the area due to the large student population.

Live Like a Local in Chicago’s University Village Neighborhood

If you would like to buy a home in University Village / Little Italy or live near the Illinois Medical District on Chicago’s Near West Side, choose to work with a trusted real estate agent who can help you find the right home for your budget and educate you about the home buying process in Chicago. Schedule home showings today and then explore the area on your own with this self-guided tour of University Village / Little Italy.

One of the best brunch restaurants in University Village / Little Italy is Sweet Maple Cafe (1339 W Taylor St), the energy on a Saturday or Sunday morning can’t be beat as people line up for the excellent brunch food selections. For an afternoon snack, head further down Taylor Street for a quick pick-me-up cup of coffee and a panini at The Coffee Alley (1152 W Taylor St) a local favorite hangout with live music sets during select times. At Happy Hour, visit Little Joe’s (1041 W Taylor St) for inexpensive beer and delicious food in an old-school “Italian family basement” atmosphere. For dinner, be sure to make a reservation at Davanti Enoteca (1359 W Taylor St) a rustic-Italian Little Italy neighborhood favorite restaurant serving small plates with a huge selection of wines from Italy and around the globe.

More University Village Dining & Nightlife Mainstays

The University Village / Little Italy dining and nightlife scene is full of excellent Italian restaurants, lively sports bars and hip coffee shops. With a large student population in University Village / Little Italy, there are no shortage of casual eateries with cheap drinks, but the neighborhood’s more established side is strongly represented on the dining scene as well. White tablecloth restaurants serving fine wines also flow here. Check out some more of the best places to eat and drink in the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood.

• Pompei (1531 W Taylor St) a cafeteria-style Italian restaurant staple in the neighborhood since 1909

• The Rosebud (1500 W Taylor St) a fine-dining Italian restaurant favorite on the famed Taylor Street

• Hawkeye’s Bar and Grill (1458 W Taylor St,) one of the best sports bars in University Village / Little Italy

• Conte Di Savoia (1438 W Taylor St) a unique mix of Italian grocery store and deli serving salads, sandwiches and Italian subs with a small area for seating.

• Al’s Beef (1079 W Taylor St) famous beef hoagies made right here in Chicago

• Mario’s Italian Lemonade (1066 W Taylor St) one of the oldest walk-up Italian lemonade stands in Chicago - a must visit in the summer months

• Tuscany Taylor (1014 W Taylor St) Tuscan cuisine specializing in Italian seafood, pizzas and pastas

• Carm’s Beef and Italian Ice (1057 W Polk St) since the early 1920’s, Carm’s has been serving some of the best hot dogs, burgers and Italian Ice in the city

• Fontano’s Subs (1058 W Polk St) a blend of grocery store and deli specializing in hearty subs in a very casual setting

• Busy Burger (1120 W Taylor St) a neighborhood favorite for burgers and fries on the go

University Village / Little Italy Neighborhood Amenities

University Village / Little Italy has a certain charm that is unmatched by any of the other neighborhoods in Chicago. Beautiful tree-lined residential streets with historical architecture give way to bustling commercial districts and quiet parks that blend young and old in a melting pot of diversity. The UIC campus and Chicago skyline are the perfect backdrop to a neighborhood full of life.

Some of Chicago’s best public parks and sports facilities are located in University Village / Little Italy. Sheridan Park (910 S Aberdeen St) includes a multi-use fieldhouse with an indoor pool and gym. The tennis courts and baseball fields outside lend well to almost any other outdoor activity you can think of. Arrigo Park / Vernon Park (801 S Loomis St) is the perfect park to take a long stroll through meditative scenery with big beautiful trees and historic victorian homes all around you. Garibaldi Playground Park (1520 W. Polk St.) is a modest community space with a playground for children. Fosco Park (1312 S Racine Ave) is another University Village / Little Italy neighborhood favorite with an indoor Olympic-size swimming pool, fitness center and basketball courts complete with structured public programming and sports leagues. Adams / Medill Park (1301 W 14th St) is a very active community park with fields perfect for playing all types of outdoor sports throughout the year.

While taking a walk down historic Taylor Street, Piazza DiMaggio or DiMaggio Square (1004 S Bishop St) is a tribute to baseball great, Joe DiMaggio and is the perfect place to stop and sip a coffee or read the newspaper as the opportunities for people watching are all around you. The Jane Addams Hull House Museum (800 S Halsted St) is a historic mansion and a Chicago landmark in the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood where immigrants learned fundamental socio-economic skills to build their new lives in the United States in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.

Major grocery stores can be found just outside the boundaries of the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood. Whole Foods (1101 S Canal St) is conveniently located just east of the 90/94 Expressway and is easily accessible from University Village / Little Italy. Two Mariano’s grocery store locations (40 S Halsted St in the West Loop) and (1615 S Clark St in the South Loop) are just a short 5 - 10 minute drive from any point in the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood. The closest Jewel-Osco grocery store to University Village / Little Italy is located at (1340 S Canal St).

When selling a home in University Village / Little Italy, it is important to work with a real estate agent that knows the neighborhood and can help you sell your home for the most amount of money, as quickly as possible. Every type of real estate property for sale has a very specific homebuyer - especially in the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood. That is why you should choose to work with an expert University Village / Little Italy real estate agent that knows how to market every type of home to a targeted homebuyer pool depending on the fair market value of the property and what your goals are as a home seller.

Contact me today to get started on the real estate process of buying a home or selling a home in the University Village / Little Italy neighborhood near the Illinois Medical District.

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