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Located on the West Side, the Chicago neighborhood of Austin is the city's most populous community. In fact, the community is so geographically large that it contains sub-neighborhoods like Galewood and The Island. Austin has been the home of many notable Chicagoans, including former Illinois governor Pat Quinn, former Alderman John Rice, NFL player Abe Woodson, and even Playboy Magazine founder Hugh Hefner. In terms of Chicago real estate, Austin is one of the best neighborhoods in Chicago for affordable homes. If you're in the market for a Chicago condo, Austin is a community you may wish to explore owing to its convenient access to public transportation and wide array of services and amenities.

Location

A West Side community, Austin is bordered by the Belt Railway, the Milwaukee District, Elmwood Park, Cicero, and Oak Park. The community is just seven miles away from the Chicago Loop, which makes it a convenient place to hang your hat if you work or enjoy spending time in Downtown Chicago.

History

Founded back in 1865, the Austin neighborhood started out on 475 acres that were purchased by developer Henry Austin. The community began attracting home buyers from the start and became one of the best neighborhoods in Chicago to buy a home. It has long been known for its tree-lined avenues and stately Victorians. During the early part of the 20th century, the neighborhood installed Columbus Park, which has been dubbed its "crowning gem." It is also home to its well-known Town Hall that was modeled after Independence Hall of Philadelphia.

Austin's Neighborhoods

As Austin is so large, it contains various sub-neighborhoods that include The Island, Galewood, North Austin, and South Austin. Within these neighborhoods, home buyers will note many distinctive landmarks like the Laramie State Bank Building, the F.R. Schock House, the Seth Warner House, Chicago Studio City, Shriners Hospitals for Children, Schlect House, and the Third Unitarian Church. Home to several structures designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, Austin contains both historic and new constructions that attract many Chicago real estate shoppers.

Amenities and Services

Austin attracts many people looking to purchase Chicago condos and other residential structures, in part, because of its many amenities and services. Residents of Austin have convenient access to public transportation. The neighborhood is served by the Mars Station and Galewood Station. There are numerous bus stops as well. Austin is home to many businesses that include grocery stores, specialty shops, banks, fitness centers, and more.

While exploring the neighborhood with an eye on Chicago real estate, be sure to note the neighborhood's diverse eateries and restaurants like Flavors Southern Kitchen, Macarthur's Restaurant, and Terry's Place. Popular nearby eateries include MORA Asian Kitchen, Amerikas, the Jerk Shop, Rustico, Maya Del Sol, Michael's Beef House, Citrine Café, and Scratch on Lake. In addition, Austin is home to a branch of the Chicago Public Library as well as elementary, high school, and vocational schools.

Keep in mind that moving to Austin means that you'll have convenient access to many of Chicago's best-loved attractions like the Field Museum, Soldier Field, Wrigley Field, the Art Institute of Chicago, and Navy Pier.

Austin Real Estate

Austin is home to apartments, condos, multi-family, and single-family homes. Many Chicago real estate shoppers enjoy the neighborhood's diverse home styles that include Victorian structures, Queen Anne-style houses, Arts and Crafts-era homes, neoclassical houses, and more. Additionally, Austin boasts some affordable housing costs for the city. The median house cost is $177,000, which is below the Chicago average. If you're searching for a new house within easy distance of the Loop, be sure to explore all that Austin has to offer.