Welcome to the third-largest metro area in the U.S.

Chicagoland is home to an estimated 9.5 million people! Recognized at a glance for its spectacular lakefront, the "Windy City" draws visitors and new residents to a livable community with acres of parkland and forest preserves, sandy beaches, picturesque harbors, bike trails and jogging paths, outdoor concerts, and celebrated family destinations like the Lincoln Park Zoo.

North Shore villages are truly quaint and picturesque, but they are also progressive and modern in the quality of life they afford their residents. In order to meet zoning standards for keeping horses, many of the homes in this region are built to estate-size dimensions on four or more acres. Other communities provide lovely subdivisions or neighborhoods of well-kept vintage homes that are graces by mature greenery for a complete selection of homes and settings. Tennis courts, swimming pools, and private stables are just some of the many amenities that are available just beyond the front doorstep in some residential communities. Home styles range from traditional to the latest contemporary designs, many of them set on heavily wooded lots for luxurious seclusion.

Chicago - Bucktown
"Trendy restaurants and independent shops mingle with classic neighborhood spots and unique artists' galleries in one of Chicago's most established and eclectic west side neighborhoods." READ MORE...

Chicago - West Town
Located just northwest of the Loop, West Town is a fairly large community made up of several distinct neighborhoods. READ MORE...

Chicago - Wicker Park
Part of the West-Town community area, the Wicker Park neighborhood was founded by the Wicker brothers in the 1870s and named for the triangular-shaped public park the brothers donated to the city. Large residences line the park and nearby streets. Some of the best examples of Victorian-era architecture can be seen on Pierce and Hoyne Streets. An explosion of development in Wicker Park continues today, with restaurants and entertainment co-mingling with classy shops that offer everything from couturier garments to contemporary and antique home furnishings. The local art scene has become known for exciting new work, with good venues to exhibit and perform like the Double Door and the Empty Bottle. The long-running Around the Coyote festival is an annual gathering of the neighborhood's artistic highlights. Transportation is convenient in Wicker Park with the CTA's Blue Line elevated train and the major arteries of North, Milwaukee, and Damen converging upon the center of the area. READ MORE...

Chicago's Gold Coast Neighborhood
One of Chicago's most treasured residential areas with its quiet, tree-lined streets, stately homes and connections to the city's past, the prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood is home to the world renowned Magnificent Mile on Michigan Avenue. The Gold Coast is a mix of grand 19th century mansions, luxury high-rise condominiums and renovated gray and brownstone walkups. READ MORE...

Chicago's Lakeview Neighborhood
Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood is within walking distance of almost everything - trendy boutiques, Chicago's "Off-Loop" theater district, galleries, spectacular nightlife and a wealth of restaurants and coffeehouses. Neighborhood residents enjoy ample opportunities for boating, jogging, volleyball, golfing, skating, biking, fishing and more. Lakeview also offers some of the most diverse shopping in the city. Lakeview is home to many smaller neighborhoods, including Lakeshore East, West Lakeview, Roscoe Village, Graceland West, Southeast Ravenswood, Belmont Harbor and Wrigleyville, home of the Chicago Cubs. The charm and beauty of tree-lined streets and Lake Michigan, combined with a location just minutes from downtown Chicago, make this neighborhood especially attractive. READ MORE...

Chicago's Lincoln Park Neighborhood
Active lakeside park and beach meet upscale boutique shopping and world-class dining. With its blend of commercial shopping centers, swank eateries, thriving bars and magnificent historic mansions along tree-lined streets, Lincoln Park is a charming near north side Chicago neighborhood. READ MORE...

Chicago's Streeterville Neighborhood
"This area between North Michigan Avenue (The Magnificent Mile) and Lake Michigan contains luxurious apartment buildings and hotels, world-class restaurants, top attractions like Navy Pier and the Museum of Contemporary Art and leading medical centers, including Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Northwestern's colleges of law and medicine also are in Streeterville, named for George Wellington Streeter (1837-1921), an eccentric ship captain who laid claim to the area but lost in the courts and ended up in prison." READ MORE...

Evanston
Known as "The Downtown of the North Shore", the City of Evanston is a vibrant community comprising many strong neighborhoods, races, religions and levels of income. Evanston is located just north of Chicago along Lake Michigan. READ MORE...

Glencoe
You'll love living in Glencoe, a beautiful lakefront community along Chicago's North Shore. Enjoy the quaint commercial district with its restaurants, chic shops and acclaimed Writers' Theatre, designed by Studio Gang in 2015. Glencoe's Park District with its many neighborhood parks and playgrounds, the gorgeous Glencoe Beach and Watts Fieldhouse Skating Rink are favorites among residents. All of this combined with award-winning schools make quality of life in Glencoe second to none. READ MORE...

Glenview
The Village of Glenview had 350 residents when it was incorporated in 1899. Today, the population is almost 45,000. Located in Cook County, the Village's fine amenities and services, excellent schools, 34 parks and playgrounds covering more than 290 acres, numerous options for shopping and dining and proximity to local expressways and commuter trains have made it one of Chicago's premier suburbs -- a vibrant, thriving community that manages growth with success and style. READ MORE...

Highland Park
Hugging Lake Michigan for nearly five miles, the City of Highland Park is home for more than 30,000 residents and 850 businesses. This progressive community offers many natural amenities including ravines, lake shore and an abundance of wildflowers and trees! Highland Park's neighborhoods are filled with a mix of housing styles ranging from historic colonials to award-winning contemporary homes to comfortable downtown condos. READ MORE...

Kenilworth
Located approximately 17 miles north of downtown Chicago, the Village of Kenilworth is the newest of the eight North Shore communities fronting on Lake Michigan. The beauty of the village attracted many distinguished residents including architect and town planner George W. Maher. READ MORE...

Northbrook
Located just 25 miles north of downtown Chicago, the Village of Northbrook has long been regarded as one of the premiere communities on the North Shore. With its outstanding community amenities, highly ranked educational system, excellent transportation routes, outstanding business climate and prime north shore location, Northbrook is an excellent place to live, work, shop and play. Graced with outstanding recreational facilities, upscale retail centers, and civic-minded residents, Northbrook has something for everyone. READ MORE...

Northfield
The Village of Northfield is nestled just beyond the bustling energy of Chicago in the North Shore. It is perfect for discerning families who value their privacy and a laid-back lifestyle. Living in Northfield is comfortable by nature and connected by choice, so you can have what you want in life and still be yourself. READ MORE...

Wilmette
Known for its beautiful lakefront, the Village of Wilmette is located approximately 16 miles north of downtown Chicago and extends about 5 miles west from Lake Michigan. Residents enjoy diverse architecture, tree-lined brick streets, well maintained parks and excellent public and private schools. READ MORE...

Winnetka
Incorporated in 1869 and picturesquely situated on the shore of Lake Michigan, just 16 miles north of Chicago, the Village of Winnetka offers tree-shaded streets and neighborhoods as well as three quaint in-town business districts. "Winnetka" is a Native American word meaning "beautiful land", and the village has retained the natural beauty that brought early settlers to the area. READ MORE...