Find Your Perfect Lincoln Square Apartment

Lincoln Square blends historic character with modern Chicago living, creating one of the city’s most welcoming neighborhoods for renters. Centered around the iconic Giddings Plaza with its walkable town-square feel, this North Side gem offers tree-lined streets, independent shops, and a thriving restaurant scene just steps from the Brown Line. With easy access to downtown via the Western stop and a strong sense of community year-round, Lincoln Square attracts residents seeking a neighborhood that feels like a true urban village.

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Lincoln Square’s housing stock features a mix of vintage courtyard buildings, classic three-flats, newer condo developments, and charming single-family homes with front porches.

Living in Lincoln Square

Lincoln Square’s dining and entertainment scene celebrates both its heritage and contemporary Chicago culture. Start your morning at Oromo Cafe with their Ethiopian coffee ceremony, then explore the independent shops around Giddings Plaza. The neighborhood’s culinary highlights include Chicago Brauhaus for hearty fare and live music, Gather for farm-to-table American cuisine, and HVAC Pub for craft cocktails in an intimate setting. The Old Town School of Folk Music anchors the cultural scene with concerts and classes, while Merz Apothecary has been serving the community since 1875 with specialty health and beauty products. The annual ApfelFest each September transforms Lincoln Avenue into a street festival celebrating the neighborhood’s community spirit, and the Lincoln Square Farmers Market runs Thursday afternoons from June through October.

The real estate landscape in Lincoln Square offers something for every renter, from vintage walk-ups with original hardwood floors and decorative tile work to modern condos with stainless steel appliances and in-unit laundry. Classic courtyard buildings feature charming entryways and period details like crown molding and built-in cabinetry, while newer construction delivers open floor plans, granite countertops, and private outdoor space. Two- and three-flat buildings line the residential side streets, many with wrap-around porches and bay windows, while larger apartment buildings near the Brown Line provide convenient transit access. The neighborhood’s tree-canopied blocks create a residential feel despite being just 20 minutes from the Loop.

Getting Around Lincoln Square

Lincoln Square has excellent transit and driving options:

• CTA Train: Brown Line Western and Rockwell stops provide direct service to the Loop, with connections to Red and Purple Lines at Fullerton
• Bus Routes: #11 Lincoln Avenue, #50 Damen, and #81 Lawrence provide east-west and north-south connections throughout the city
• Bike-Friendly: Protected bike lanes on Lincoln Avenue and Damen Avenue make cycling safe and convenient, with multiple Divvy bike-share stations throughout the neighborhood
• Driving: Quick access to Lake Shore Drive via Lawrence Avenue, and I-90/94 Kennedy Expressway is just 10 minutes west via Lawrence or Montrose

New Developments (2025-2026)

Lincoln Square continues to grow with new construction:

• 4454 N. Western: Western Avenue — Five-story mixed-use building featuring eight new condos with ground-floor retail space
• 2405 W. Sunnyside: Sunnyside Avenue — Platinum Homes development delivering eight modern condos with contemporary finishes and private outdoor space
• Lincoln Avenue Corridor: Multiple locations — Several boutique residential projects adding modern apartments and condos while preserving the neighborhood’s architectural character

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Scott Setzke

01:08 09 Dec 25

Crystal, and Bridget are live and GPA savers. They are efficient and honest. They aren’t going to BS you around town showing you places nobody wants or places way out of your price range. Straight Service. You don’t worry about being just a quota with them. You are treated as an individual and they really do listen to your preferences and they pay great attention to the details. They also are willing to “ask”. Landstar as a whole isn’t selling snake oil & pipe dreams. They are selling Property. First come first serve basis. ORDER UP! Thanks again to everybody!

Courtni Edmonds

22:31 09 Nov 25

I can’t sing Crystal’s praises enough for her help in getting me my apartment! She was communicative, quick in getting me approved, and so kind throughout the entire process. I really was taken care of and will be recommending to anyone I know looking to find their next home!

Barbara Gardner

00:19 08 Sep 25

Crystal listened to what I wanted and showed me a bunch of places. She was very diligent and followed up on everything. She made the whole process much much easier than it would have been without her. I would recommend her to anybody. Plus she’s fun to work with!

Catherine Farlee

18:41 09 Aug 25

Had a wonderful time working with the Land Star team! Michelle is a true joy and such a great communicator. I would highly recommend them, as it was a 10/10 experience!

Andrew Kogan

19:43 22 Jul 25

Michelle was super informative and professional! From showing to approval within a week! Seamless experience.

Khary Bausily

22:20 09 Jul 25

My experience with Landstar Realty was painless, quick, and amazing. My leasing agent Mark Smith was extremely attentive and was able to work with my extremely short timeline to find me a perfect apartment in time for work. Easy to contact and overall one of the best leasing experiences I’ve been through yet.

Asha Kirchhoff

20:32 14 May 25

Crystal is the best. She helped us buy our first home and we could not have done it without her guidance. She made us feel like family, we knew we were in good hands from day 1.

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Explore More Chicago Neighborhoods

Looking for apartments in nearby neighborhoods? Explore these areas close to Lincoln Square:

• Rogers Park Apartments — Lakefront neighborhood with beach access
• Roscoe Village Apartments — Boutique shopping and charming residential streets
• Uptown Apartments — Historic entertainment district with lakefront access
• Albany Park Apartments — Great value near the Brown Line corridor

Ready to find your Lincoln Square apartment? Contact Landstar Realty to schedule a showing today.