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Overview
East Garfield Park is a West Side Chicago community where city life meets serenity. With its sister community, West Garfield Park, to the west, the neighborhood takes its name from the nearby Garfield Park, a Chicago Public Park that comprises 20% of this collective area. Situated near state-of-the-art hospitals and a world-class university, East Garfield Park is very much an up-and-coming area.
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Where To Live
East Garfield Park is serviced by the CTA Blue and Green Line trains and a number of CTA buses. The Eisenhower Expressway also cuts through this neighborhood, so it is very easily accessible by public transportation and personal vehicles. An all-around affordable neighborhood, East Garfield Park gets pricier the closer one gets to the Loop.
Around East Garfield Park
Where To Eat
If you like soul food, barbecue or Asian cuisine, this is the neighborhood for you. East Garfield Park’s culinary scene has deep roots in family-style, traditional dining, and is a destination for those seeking some down-home cooking. And if you're craving a cheeseburger, nearby Fifth City offers much in the way of American classics.
Friday Night Fun
Get your fill of local fare at a soul food joint, then take the short trip over to the United Center on Madison Avenue for a sporting event or concert.
The Perfect Sunday
Visit the Garfield Park Conservatory, one of the largest botanical conservatories in the United States. Rain or shine, this glass-encased garden inside the park feels like a trip to a tropical paradise year-round. Then, take a brewery or distillery tour nearby and grab some spirits to relax with at home.
Living Here
Locals Love
The Garfield Park Fieldhouse • Proximity to downtown • A sense of community
Homes for Sale
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