Gold Coast

Welcome to Gold Coast

History

Roughly defined by North Avenue, Lake Shore Drive, Oak Street, and Clark Street, the Gold Coast is part of Chicago’s Near North Side community and is at the heart of Chicago’s rich history - it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
 
After the destruction of the Great Chicago Fire, Potter Palmer, a millionaire, set up residence and transformed what was one swamp into what is now Lake Shore Drive. As a result of the 42 room mansion he built for himself, wealthy Chicagoans flocked to the neighborhood thus making it one of the richest in Chicago.
 
That legacy is alive today. Today, the area is a mixture of mansions, row houses, and high-rise apartments and is one of the wealthiest districts in the United States.
 

Worth Seeing / Things to Do

Many of Chicago’s most famous sights are located in the Gold Coast and there is something to do to match any taste. Those wishing to indulge in a bit of shopping can browse the prestigious shops at Water Tower Place. On hot Chicago summer days, a swim in the lake at the famous Oak Street Beach might be in order. Those desiring a bit of culture could visit the International Museum of Surgical Science or get some reading done at the Newberry Library followed by a delicious meal at Tavern on Rush.
 
No visit to the Gold Coast would be complete without a visit to Navy Pier, a 3000 foot pier in the Streeterville neighborhood of the Gold Coast. Originally built for military purposes, today Navy Pier is Chicago’s most visited attraction - drawing in over 9 million visitors annually. Navy Pier encompasses over 50 acres of parks, gardens, shops, restaurants, family attractions and exhibition facilities that are sure to please any visitor.
 

Schools

The Gold Coast is served by Chicago Public Schools
 
  • Ogden International Elementary
  • High school students in the Gold Coast attend Lincoln Park High School
  • The Latin School of Chicago is also located in the Gold Coast and is one of the nation's most prestigious K-12 private schools.
  • Loyola University Chicago’s Water Tower campus, which houses its school of business, law, and education is located here.
 

Transportation

From Redfin:

  • Walk Score® 94 / 100 : Walker's Paradise
  • Transit Score® 78 / 100:  Excellent Transit
  • Bike Score® 92 / 100: Biker's Paradise
 

Real Estate

Prices in the Gold Coast can range from $135,000 for a studio apartment to $17.5 million for a 6 bedroom 13,000 square foot mansion. With prices constantly changing, it is best to call an SGR agent for pricing guidance.
 
 

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Demographics and Employment Data for Gold Coast, IL

Population Households Employment

Gold Coast has 8,792 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gold Coast do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 14,428 people call Gold Coast home. The population density is 86,430.743 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

14,428

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

50

Median Age

47.03 / 52.96%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,792

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$134,169

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Around Gold Coast, IL

There's plenty to do around Gold Coast, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

96
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
85
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
86
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Bob’s Pizza, Tailored Magic, and Wear Lively.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Bob’s Pizza Logo
Dining 1.63 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Tailored Magic Logo
Shopping 4.9 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Wear Lively Logo
Shopping 1.42 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
cityHUNT Logo
Active 1.09 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Jerry Mikutis Logo
Active 2.73 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Fly Club Logo
Active 3.73 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars

Browse Properties in the Area

For Sale
MLS® 12195883
MLS #: 12195883

$21,000,000

1355 N Astor Street, Chicago, IL 60610
5 Beds 6 Baths 25,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 12142837
MLS #: 12142837

$11,650,000

65 E Goethe Street Unit: 3, Chicago, IL 60610
7 Beds 11 Baths 12,435 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 12111701
MLS #: 12111701

$10,800,000

4 E Elm Street Unit: PH23, Chicago, IL 60611
4 Beds 5 Baths 5,400 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 12142843
MLS #: 12142843

$7,950,000

65 E Goethe Street Unit: 3N, Chicago, IL 60610
5 Beds 7 Baths 8,045 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 12114650
MLS #: 12114650

$7,290,000

1521 N State Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610
6 Beds 8 Baths 9,700 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 12219332
MLS #: 12219332

$6,995,000

1515 N STATE Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610
6 Beds 7 Baths 9,680 Sq.Ft.

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