The Irving Park neighborhood with its historic homes and wide parkways is certainly a far cry from the densely populated and buzzing communities located in and around the downtown area, but for those seeking a more relaxed residential environment, it's hard to beat. One of the Irving Park area's greatest assets is its inventory of old homes and beautifully designed public spaces. Take the Dwight H. Perkins-designed Carl Schurz High School for example — it's one of the greatest Prairie style buildings in the world. But the area's residential architecture is just as exciting.
And while the Irving Park area can be quite pricey, homes in the area are competitively priced to other trendy neighborhoods throughout the greater North Side. Here are two recent listings in the area for two-flats that can be had for under $650,000. They're both on wide lots and feature very spacious interiors. Both have received numerous updates and are move-in ready.
Size: six bedrooms, two bathrooms
Price: $549,900
Size: six bedrooms, two bathrooms
Price: $625,000