Jefferson Park Chicago Real Estate

Jefferson Park is built around one of the busiest transit hubs outside downtown Chicago: the Jefferson Park Transit Center, where the Blue Line, Metra's Union Pacific Northwest line, and a full bus terminal meet in a single station. For commuters, that combination is hard to beat anywhere in the city — a one-seat ride to the Loop by either train, and O'Hare a few Blue Line stops away.

The neighborhood around the hub is classic Bungalow Belt: brick bungalows, cape cods, ranches, and two-flats on residential streets, with larger frame houses mixed in. Yards, garages, and easy parking are the norm — the Northwest Side single-family lifestyle with a downtown commute attached.

The Copernicus Center anchors the cultural life from the former Gateway Theatre, whose Baroque spire — modeled on Warsaw's Royal Castle — rises over Milwaukee Avenue. The center hosts concerts, films, and community events year-round, and the Taste of Polonia festival each Labor Day weekend draws crowds from across the region, a reflection of the Polish heritage woven through the Northwest Side. Jefferson Memorial Park, the neighborhood's namesake green space, sits behind the transit center with a field house and pool.

Milwaukee Avenue and Lawrence carry the restaurants and daily retail, with new development clustering near the station in recent years.

Jefferson Park pairs bungalow-belt housing with the strongest transit connections on the Northwest Side — a combination that keeps it on commuters' short lists.

Jefferson Park FAQ

Do you need a car in Jefferson Park?

Many households keep one — parking is easy — but the transit hub makes car-free commuting genuinely practical: Blue Line, Metra, and a full bus terminal in one station, with O'Hare a short ride away.

What types of homes are in Jefferson Park?

Brick bungalows, cape cods, ranches, two-flats, and frame houses, with newer condo and mixed-use development near the transit center.

What is Jefferson Park known for?

Its transit hub combining the Blue Line, Metra, and a bus terminal, the Copernicus Center and its Baroque spire, and the Taste of Polonia festival each Labor Day weekend.

Jefferson Park vs. Portage Park: what's the difference?

They're Northwest Side neighbors with similar bungalow stock. Jefferson Park has the combined Blue Line/Metra/bus hub; Portage Park has the larger park with its Olympic-size pool and the Six Corners shopping district.

Overview for Jefferson Park, IL

26,643 people live in Jefferson Park, where the median age is 43 and the average individual income is $46,516. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,643

Total Population

43 years

Median Age

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Population Density Population Density
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$46,516

Average individual Income

Around Jefferson Park, IL

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

89

Very Walkable

Walking Score

81

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

66

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Kol Tuv Kosher Foods, Migos Fine Foods, and Dance Dance Party Party Chicago.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Kol Tuv Kosher Foods page on Yelp Search 2938 W Devon Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.71 miles	39 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Migos Fine Foods page on Yelp Search 5044 W Montrose Ave on Google Maps	Dining	1.52 miles	77 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Dance Dance Party Party Chicago page on Yelp Search 2853 W Montrose on Google Maps	Active	3.83 miles	32 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the California Park page on Yelp Search 3845 N California Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.24 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the MW Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 27 S Northwest Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	3.66 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the A Cut Above Barbershop page on Yelp Search 5033 Warren St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.45 miles	54 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chadonna Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 4740 N Lincoln Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.34 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Jefferson Park, IL

Population Households Employment

Jefferson Park has 10,991 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Jefferson Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 26,643 people call Jefferson Park home. The population density is 12,639 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,643

Total Population

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43 years

Median Age

50 / 50%

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10,991

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$46,516

Average individual Income

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Schools in Jefferson Park, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Jefferson Park. 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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