Bucktown Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Trendy Northwest Side neighborhood adjacent to Wicker Park with boutiques, restaurants, and residential charm.
Chicago, ILAvg Rent: $2,075/moWalk Score: 90
Walkability
90
Walk Score
Transit
86
Transit Score
Commute
20-25 min
To Downtown
Safety
Very Good
Rating
Bucktown Rent Prices
Studio
$1,200
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,600
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,300
per month
3 Bedrooms
$3,200
per month
Rent Trend: Rising
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Trendy, residential, upscale
Demographics
Young professionals, families, creatives
Best For
Young professionalsSmall familiesFoodiesBoutique shoppers
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Upscale, diverse, neighborhood favorites
Nightlife
Moderate - cocktail bars, wine bars
Schools
Good public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Bucktown
Pros
- Less hectic than Wicker Park
- Good restaurants
- Safe
- Good transit
Cons
- Expensive
- Parking difficult
- Getting crowded
- Gentrified
Parks & Recreation
- Holstein Park
- Bucktown Dog Park
Public Transit
- Blue Line
- Multiple bus lines
Popular Streets
- Damen Avenue
- North Avenue
- Milwaukee Avenue
Key Amenities
- Damen Avenue shops
- Boutiques
- 606 Trail
- Restaurants
Compare with Other Chicago Neighborhoods
Lincoln Park
2BR Rent:$2,600
Walk Score:94
Upscale, family-friendly, vibrant
Wicker Park
2BR Rent:$2,300
Walk Score:96
Hipster, artistic, trendy
Lakeview
2BR Rent:$2,200
Walk Score:92
Diverse, energetic, young
Logan Square
2BR Rent:$2,000
Walk Score:88
Hip, diverse, up-and-coming
West Loop
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:96
Urban, culinary, modern
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Bucktown? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.