Austin

One of Chicago's largest community areas, Austin is predominately an African-American community. Columbus Park in Austin was designed in the 1920s and featured a golf course. Destroyed during the construction of the Expressway, the park was restored in 1992, and is a great place for families and children. A PDF map of Austin is provided by the city.

Garfield Park Garfield Park Postcard Pre 1923

East and West Garfield Park refer to the neighborhoods surrounding Garfield Park.

Open housing laws for Garfield Park were passed in 1970 which helps more middle-class African-American residents in Chicago from being effected by the poverty throughout the rest of the city.

The ongoing gentrification of East and West Garfield Park has slowed due to the real estate crash. A PDF map of West Garfield Park, and a PDF map of East Garfield Park are provided by the city.

Humboldt Park

A large number of Puerto Ricans live in Humboldt Park, and this area is home to the Puerto Rican Cultural Center which is responsible for a number of festivities in the neighborhood. More information about Humboldt Park is available trhough the Humboldt Park Portal. A PDF map of Humboldt Park is provided by the city.

Lower West Side

A European enclave with a high number of immigrants from Poland, Slovenia, Germany, Ireland, and the Czech Republic, this community is now home to a high number of Hispanics. Some of the most authentic Mexican restaurants in Chicago can be found in this neighborhood. A PDF map of Lower West Side is provided by the city.

Map of Chicago 1876

Near West Side

Home to the United Center, the home stadium of the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks, Near West Side also features a number of historical landdmarks including the Hull House. A PDF map of Near West Side is provided by the city.

North Lawndale

Once home to a high number of Bohemian elite, this area went through economic hardship in the mid-1900s. New housing and new shopping areas have given way to a rise in home ownership and an influx in Hispanic residents. A PDF map of North Lawndale is provided by the city.

South Lawndale

A predominately Mexican neighborhood, South Lawndale was settled by Irish and Eastern European immigrants in the 19th century. A number of community parks makes this area feel very green, and you do not have to go far to find a community baseball diamond, jogging paths, or tennis courts. A PDF map of South Lawndale is provided by the city.

West Town

Amongst the high number of smaller neighborhoods in this community area, West Town home to Wicker Park and Pulaski Park. Ukrainian Village is also in West Town, and is the largest Ukrainian enclave in the city. A PDF map of West Town is provided by the city.