HIGHPOINT Albany Park on Kedzie

Albany Park sits on Chicago’s Northwest Side along the North Branch of the Chicago River, with residential streets, commercial corridors and a mix of older buildings. The climate brings warm summers, cold winters and changing seasons. The river and nearby riverbank paths offer outdoor space, while Ronan Park has fields and a playground; the Albany Park Library provides another neighborhood resource. Restaurants and coffee shops line Lawrence and Kedzie avenues, alongside small markets and everyday shops. The area’s history is reflected in its long-established streetscapes and varied architecture. The Brown Line’s Kimball, Kedzie and Francisco stations connect Albany Park to other parts of Chicago, and local bus routes add options for getting around. For the Albany Park neighborhood, the median rent is $1,875 per month, with a typical range of $750 to $5,500.