Jefferson Park

Chicago, IL

Jefferson Park - Chicago, IL

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

3.8 (97 Reviews)

Delight in a mix of urban and suburban amenities

Suburban • Urban • Scenic • Lush • Diverse • Historic •

Located on the Northwest side of Chicago, Jefferson Park is a scenic neighborhood named in honor of U.S. President Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson’s tree-lined streets, lush parks, and vast wooded areas provide the neighborhood with a pervasive sense of natural beauty, while numerous diverse restaurants and the landmark Copernicus Civic and Cultural Center contribute an international flair.

Known for being a family-friendly community, Jefferson Park hosts a wide variety of fun events throughout the year, including Taste of Polonia, Jeff Fest, and the Roberts Square Park Annual Picnic. Jefferson Park’s bustling Milwaukee Avenue features a slew of stores, restaurants, and businesses, offering residents plenty of modern conveniences. Getting around from Jefferson Park is simple with quick access to public transportation and the Kennedy Expressway.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Jefferson Park is $1,072 for a studio, $1,269 for one bedroom, $2,042 for two bedrooms, and $2,199 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jefferson Park has increased by 1.6% in the past year.

Studio
477 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,072/month

Average Rent

1 BR
489 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,269/month

Average Rent

2 BR
1,087 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,042/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,266 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,199/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Reviews of Jefferson Park - Chicago, IL

Niche Reviews

3.8 97 Reviews

Current Resident

1 years ago•Niche Review

I feel save in this neighbourhood. It's pretty easy to commute anywhere around, both downtown or suburbs.

Current Resident

1 years and 8 months ago•Niche Review

feels like families are moving in consistently which has brought the neighborhood to life. New restaurants, bars, and breweries are beginning to pop up. In the next 3 to 5 years I expect to see a full transformation into a very desirable family first neighborhood full of 30 to 40+ year olds with their young kids. The bungalows in the neighborhood are still thriving, but many have been updated and I expect to see large ROI for those investing now

Current Resident

3 years and 4 months ago•Niche Review

I like that it is a transit stop for the blue line, however the amount of crimes around the neighborhood are frightening. It is very diverse and has a great elementary school.

Current Resident

5 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review

I liked the overall vibe that I get from living in this area. It has its problems, but compared to a lot of other places it is a really nice area. Something that I would like to see changed however is faster maintenance to problems in the area. Like street lamps, potholes, street lights, etc.

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