belmont harbor.
A lakefront favorite with docks, green space, and direct access to the Lakefront Trail — ideal for morning runs, dog walks, or summer days by the water.
Chicago neighborhood guide
lake view.
Lake View is a North Side favorite with lakefront access, classic Chicago walk-ups, and busy commercial corridors — home to Wrigley Field, the Southport Corridor, and a long list of neighborhood restaurants, cafés, and bars.
Life in Lake View
Lake View blends big-city energy with everyday convenience — think lakefront paths, packed game days, and blocks of shops and restaurants all within easy walking distance.
Along the lakefront you’ll find parks, beaches, and the Lakefront Trail, while streets like Clark, Broadway, Halsted, and Southport stay active with cafés, nightlife, and neighborhood staples. Wrigleyville brings a true game-day atmosphere, and just a few blocks away you’ll find quieter, more residential pockets.
Housing ranges from vintage courtyard buildings and classic walk-ups to modern mid-rise and high-rise condos. It’s a popular choice for renters and buyers who want to stay close to the lake, the trains, and a long list of neighborhood amenities without heading downtown.
Neighborhood highlights
A few local favorites that give Lake View its character. These are great starting points if you’re getting to know the neighborhood.
boystown / northalsted.
One of Chicago’s most vibrant stretches, packed with bars, restaurants, events, and neighborhood festivals along Halsted and the surrounding streets.
gallagher way.
The plaza next to Wrigley Field hosts movie nights, ice skating, markets, and events year-round — plus restaurants and patios that stay busy on game days.
sydney marovitz golf course.
A scenic 9-hole course along the lakefront with skyline views — a unique way to squeeze in a round of golf without leaving the neighborhood.
tbox bar crawl.
The famous Twelve Bars of Xmas bar crawl brings thousands to Wrigleyville each holiday season — a snapshot of Lake View’s big-event energy.
wrigley field.
The Friendly Confines — an iconic ballpark with more than a century of history, game-day excitement, and summer concerts in the heart of Lake View.
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