Welcome to Logan Square
Urban vibrancy with an artsy flair
Massive bungalows, historical boulevards, and stately greystones fleck the leafy avenues of Logan Square, a charming residential enclave renowned for its buzzing arts and culture scene. Its iconic commercial strip lined with cool restaurants, attractive storefronts, and cocktail bars has made Logan Square a hotspot for on-trend shopping, gourmet dining, and vivacious nightlife.
An ethnically diverse destination doused in the spirit of creativity, Logan Square embraces a crowd of artists, musicians, and hipsters, more recently welcoming a wave of families drawn in for its appealing gentrification and great urban vibes. Strewn with lots of trees and grassy boulevards, Logan Square is an oasis of greenery, making you almost forget you’re in the city! Locals love to spend time at its many green parks, soaking in the wonderful weather or nourishing their festive spirits at different festivals! The Landmark Illinois Centennial Monument, designed by Henry Bacon—the same architect who created the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C, is only a testament to Logan Square’s significant architectural heritage.
What to Love
- Prominent arts and culture scene
- Foodie haven and a shopper’s paradise
- Top rated schools around town
- Lush green parks at every nook
- The iconic Logan Theatre
Local Lifestyle
Draped in a charming suburban ambiance while offering sophisticated urbanity, Logan Square wraps you up in a real neighborly feel with plenty of activities to indulge in! Permeated with bright energy, the populace is diverse and welcoming, that no matter where you’re from, it’d feel as though you were family with the whole neighborhood. That’s not to say that everyone knows everyone, either, so if you love riding solo but against the background of a bigger community to proudly look on to at all times, Logan Square’s a perfect place for you! Excellent area schools make it feasible to raise your kids in a quiet environment with high-quality education, and Logan Square’s eclectic cluster of restaurants, bars, and retailers lie within walking distance of homes.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Crossing through the heart of Logan Square, North Milwaukee Avenue—with its dazzling storefronts, craft beer taverns, and spectacular restaurants offering intercontinental dishes—imbues the community with a radiant urban atmosphere welcoming all shoppers, diners, and entertainment seekers. From home goods and fragrances at Fleur to curated art jewelry at Adornment + Theory. More retail options abound on the charming sidewalks of W. Logan Boulevard, where residents can browse on-trend fashion pieces and handcrafted goods at Wolfbait and B-Girls or feed their love of literature with a visit to City Lit Books on N. Kenzie Blvd.
It’s impossible to talk about Logan Square’s eclectic food scene without mention of the trendy Lula Café, a hotspot for brunch and cocktails with servings ranging from salads with buttermilk dressing to desserts and pasta. Set into a renovated warehouse, Revolution Brew is a popular neighborhood hanging spot for inventive bar bites and excellent draft beer. Enjoy contemporary farm-to-table dishes paired with whiskey and craft cocktails at Longman & Eagle, and cool off with a coco loco sundae or banana milkshake at Margie’s Candies.
Things to Do
With great biking paths to explore, museums to tour, art events to lose yourself in, and verdant parks to help you catch your breath, Logan Square offers something for each and every one. Seven acres of lushness await at the Palmer Square Park, featuring a Velveteen Rabbit-themed playground and plenty of shade trees to relax under or walk your dog. Take an early morning jog along the scenic 606 trail, where bikers and runners take full advantage of their recreational moments, or spread out a picnic blanket with your friends at Humboldt Park. Spring mornings can be spent at the beautiful large pond, watching the turtles, geese, and fish and listening to birds chirp overhead. Be sure to catch a flick at The Logan Theatre or hit the bowling alley at Diversey River Bowl.
Schools
Logan Square is served by the prestigious Chicago Public Schools, renowned for its excellent academic culture and welcoming environment. Some of the neighborhood’s top educational institutions include:
