Bucktown

Offers architectural jewels, wide open spaces, cultural exchanges, and unique shopping opportunities, leaving locals inundated with activities throughout the year.

Welcome to Bucktown

Bucktown offers architectural jewels, wide open spaces, cultural exchanges, and unique shopping opportunities, leaving locals inundated with activities throughout the year. The trendy restaurants combined with the old neighborhood charm combine to make Bucktown real estate an extremely hot commodity.
 

Things to Do in Bucktown

Just start by taking a walk down to Holstein Park, which dates back to 1854. You’ll find baseball fields, basketball courts, a swimming pool, and a gym to let you stay in shape and get a game going on the weekends. There’s also a spray pool and playground for entertaining the children. If you’d rather sample some of the area’s noted artistic output, head to the Flatiron Arts Building. Reminiscent of Manhattan’s own Flatiron, this is where you’ll find artists’ studios that are regularly open to the public.
 
You’ll also find a significant shopping district along Damen Avenue. Try Apartment Number 9, a trendsetting men’s boutique, where the salespeople can put together an outstanding outfit in minutes, or hit Eskell for designer labels sourced from the country’s hippest enclaves. Other options include the Cat and Mouse Game Store, which offers a wealth of games and even family game nights, and the Myopic Bookstore — one of Chicago’s oldest and largest used bookstores, it offers three floors’ worth of volumes stacked from floor to ceiling.
 

Top Restaurants and Bars

Bucktown continues to impress when it comes to food and drink, with some of the most attractive bars and eateries in the city available right on your doorstep.
 
Restaurants include:
 
  • The Bristol: With signature dishes such as egg-and-ricotta–filled ravioli and a salad of heirloom apples, plus ever-changing daily specials, The Bristol is a local favorite.
  • The Bento Box: This intimate establishment offers delicious Asian cuisine, including Thai chili-scented broth and delicious curry, with a menu that changes daily.
  • Craft Pizza: Head to Craft Pizza for something a little more relaxed. Serving some of the best new thin-crust pizza in the city, the team at Craft provides anything from a classic margarita to a farm-fresh slice.
 
After you’ve finished eating, check out one of Bucktown’s fantastic bars:
 
  • Danny’s Tavern: Danny’s always has a line on Friday and Saturday nights, but that just means it’s worth the wait. With rotating DJs and a comprehensive selection of drinks, it’s the perfect place to kick back.
  • Estelle’s: Offering a more debonair experience, Estelle’s provides a mouth-watering selection of cocktails and craft beers within its stunning art deco lounge.
  • Emporium Arcade Bar: For something a little different, how about combining a choice of 24 craft beers with 1980s and 90s arcade games?
 

Schools

Bucktown provides an excellent selection of schools, including:
 
 

Borders

Bucktown is bordered on the north by W. Fullerton, on the east by I-90, on the west by N. Western, and on the south by W. North. Bucktown is served by CTA’s Blue Line, with stops at Division, Damen, and Western. Residents can also use the North-South bus lines from Ashland Avenue, Damen Avenue, Western Avenue, and Milwaukee Avenue, or the East-West bus lines from Division Street, North Avenue, Armitage Avenue, and Fullerton Avenue.
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Overview for Bucktown, IL

13,063 people live in Bucktown, where the median age is 32 and the average individual income is $90,775. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,063

Total Population

32 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$90,775

Average individual Income

Around Bucktown, IL

There's plenty to do around Bucktown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
94
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
72
Excellent Transit
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Davesfit4u, Body By Nature Fitness Training, and MKG Training.

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Active 2.6 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.57 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.86 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.2 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.11 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.88 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Bucktown, IL

Bucktown has 6,068 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bucktown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 13,063 people call Bucktown home. The population density is 19,120.345 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,063

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

32

Median Age

49.74 / 50.26%

Men vs Women

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75+ Years

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  • High School Degree
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6,068

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$90,775

Average individual Income

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Bucktown, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Bucktown. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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