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Living in Near West Side Chicago

Near West Side is the 32nd most walkable neighborhood in Chicago with 17,235 residents.

Near West Side has excellent public transportation and is a biker’s paradise.

Nearby neighborhoods: East Ukrainian Village, Illinois Medical District, Noble Square, River West, Fulton River District, Tri-taylor and Ukrainian Village.

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84 Walk Score of Near West Side, Chicago, IL

Near West Side is Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot.

Most errands can be accomplished on foot in Near West Side Chicago.

Near West Side is the 32nd most walkable neighborhood in Chicago with a Walk Score of 84.

Find apartments in Chicago's most walkable neighborhoods: East Ukrainian Village, Wicker Park and Near North Side.

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Near West Side Neighborhood Ranking

Compare Near West Side to other Chicago neighborhoods.

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Population

30 Kilbourn Park 84 63 68 7,047
31 Cragin 84 58 66 42,978
32 Near West Side 84 81 90 17,235
33 Belmont Central 83 58 67 31,071
34 Hermosa 83 59 73 20,888

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Eating & Drinking

There are about 519 restaurants, bars and coffee shops in Near West Side.

People in Near West Side can walk to an average of 18 restaurants, bars and coffee shops in 5 minutes.

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90 Bike Score of Near West Side, Chicago, IL

Near West Side is a Biker’s Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

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