ukrainian village.
A landmarked pocket of West Town with tree-lined streets, brick walk-ups, ornate churches, and a long-running mix of bakeries, cafés, and bars.
Chicago neighborhood guide
west town.
West Town covers a collection of neighborhoods — including Ukrainian Village, East Village, Noble Square, and parts of Humboldt Park — with classic flats, tree-lined streets, and growing restaurant and bar corridors.
Life in West Town
West Town feels like a patchwork of smaller neighborhoods, each with its own character but all sharing a laid-back, residential feel close to the city’s core.
You’ll see vintage two- and three-flats, worker cottages, greystones, and newer construction all mixed together. Chicago Avenue, Division Street, and Damen Avenue bring cafés, cocktail bars, restaurants, and galleries, while quieter side streets give the area an everyday neighborhood rhythm.
With access to the 606/Bloomingdale Trail, nearby parks, and several Blue Line stops and bus routes, West Town works well for buyers and renters who want more space and neighborhood character without feeling far from downtown or the West Loop.
Neighborhood highlights
A few local favorites that give West Town its character. These are great starting points if you’re getting to know the neighborhood cluster.
chicago avenue corridor.
A growing stretch of restaurants, neighborhood bars, galleries, and coffee shops that runs through the heart of West Town.
humboldt park.
A large historic park with a lagoon, boathouse, trails, sports fields, and cultural events, just west of many West Town blocks.
the 606 / bloomingdale trail.
An elevated greenway and trail that runs along the northern edge of West Town, connecting to Logan Square, Bucktown, and Wicker Park.
morton salt complex.
The historic Morton Salt complex along the river — once a working facility, now a recognizable industrial landmark and part of a redeveloped riverfront.
the salt shed.
A newer indoor/outdoor music and events venue along the river that makes creative use of the former Morton Salt site.
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