Hyde Park/Woodlawn real estate, attractions, things to do and more!
Hyde Park/Woodlawn is home to an eclectic mix of artists, intellectuals, students and businesspeople- a true melting pot of cultures, ideas and viewpoints that creates a rich backdrop to a uniquely Chicago lifestyle. A number of cultural gems are located near Woodlawn, including The Museum of Science and Industry, the DuSable Museum of African American History and the Oriental Institute. Located o
n the South Side of the city, the area is bounded by Lake Michigan to the east, 60th street (beyond which are the University of Chicago and Hyde Park) to the north, Martin Luther King Drive to the west, and, mostly, 67th street to the south. With picturesque tree-lined streets, lushly planted pedestrian corridors, inviting courtyards, and numerous parks and athletic fields, Woodlawn encourages residents to enjoy the benefits of city living at a relaxed pace. Dramatic growth and development have transformed Woodlawn into a highly popular neighborhood with a strong sense of community. With award-winning schools such as Hyde Park Career Academy and the all-boys Catholic Mount Carmel High School, public transportation and major highway access close at hand and spectacular vistas of park greenery with exquisite views beyond, the source for this neighborhood’s heightened popularity is quickly apparent. In response to the demand, Woodlawn is bustling with the construction of new luxury homes and a strong development of adjoining retail districts. For more information on current Hyde Park/ Woodlawn real estate developments, please visit: http://whatasteele.com/developments/
