The Near North Side communities of Chicago are located in the heart of the city, on the shores of Lake Michigan. This diverse and dynamic area is made up of many unique districts including the Gold Coast, River North, the Magnificent Mile, Streeterville and Old Town all with lovely homes for sale. These districts provide upscale housing alongside art galleries, renowned dining establishments, points of historic interest and ritzy shopping centers. Chicago's multicultural heritage is reflected in these neighborhoods, which now attract thousands of visitors each year. The greater Chicago area is home to nearly three million people from all over the world. The best of Chicago, including the Sears Tower and all of downtown, is within easy reach of the the area. An elaborate system of expressways and public transportation, including taxis, buses, the subway and elevated trains, make for convenient travel within the city and to and from the surrounding suburbs. The city is one of the most culturally diverse in the country, with many ethnic neighborhoods that reach back for generations. Each ethnic group that arrived in Chicago brought along a unique community spirit and a determination to succeed, which can still be felt throughout the city. Chicago provides a unique combination of old world charm and modern opulence and the city’s optimistic motto “I Will,” is as inspirational now as ever. Near North Side is a fabulous place to live and take advantage of all the opportunities of the Chicago metropolitan area. Near North Side Chicago real estate options are diverse, including single-family detached houses, estate properties, condominiums and townhouses.

Price Range of Chicago, Illinois Homes for Sale

The Near North Side Chicago real estate market consists mainly of low, mid and high-rise condominiums and townhouses, with some single-family, detached homes for sale available on the market. Condominiums and townhouses range in price from the low $100,000s up to $5 million and much more for larger units in preferred locations with additional amenities. Lovely single-family detached homes for sale start in the mid-$500,000s and prices can exceed up to $5 million for large multi-story estates of all different styles, including traditional, English and Victorian. These properties for sale are located on oversized lots in the preferred neighborhoods of the Gold Coast, River North, Streeterville and Old Town. There is a virtual wall of real luxury Chicago high-rises that offer beautiful views of Lake Michigan and further inland, graystone and brownstone houses offer a pleasant reminder of the area's original, charming turn-of-the-century residential neighborhoods. If you are thinking of buying or selling your Chicago, Illinois real estate, just fill out the FREE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION REQUEST FORM. Then, top real estate agent Top Agent in IL will provide you with any information or assistance with your home. All contents on this and related web sites are provided by Top Agent in IL, the home and property specialist, specializing in Near North Side real estate, Chicago real estate, and homes for sale and home values in Cook County, Illinois.