New Lakeview turf, park near Diversey golf range

 

I enjoyed a bike commute yesterday and stopped to take a few photos along the lakefront paths. Looking east at the new park area being developed adjacent to the Diversey Driving Range between West Barry and West Diversey. All photos Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty unless otherwise noted.

One of my favorite areas for outdoor recreation is getting better. A new turf field with lighting and an improved "natural park" area are being developed in southern Lakeview. The lakefront parks and facilities between West Barry Ave and West Diversey Parkway are really pleasant. There is work-out equipment, gravel trails, a golf driving range, tennis courts, concessions and the harbor. 

Renderings of the turf field and natural area from the 44th Ward Alderman web site

Of course the real estate along this strip of parkland and amenities is fantastic.  There is a mix vintage mid-rise and high-rise buildings overlooking the park. I took a look at sales west of North Sheridan to the lakefront and West Diversey to West Belmont. Attached condos have a relatively accessible median price of $245,000 over the last 12 months. Now, many of these are one bedroom condos with high assessments.  Over the same period the highest priced sale in these boundaries is $1,950,000 at 3030 North Lakeview Drive, Unit 202. Chicago IL 60657.

High-rise and vintage apartment homes overlook the amenities along the lakefront. They will enjoy the improved natural area... although some nearby residents complained about the new turf field with lights. Median price of a condo is $245,000 but a larger home will cost you much more in purchase price and assessments.

Photos: Development sites await their fate on bustling West Diversey in Lincoln Park

506-514 West Diversey in Lincoln Park. All photos, Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty

Several vacant lots sit poised for apartment development along the exciting West Diversey Parkway near the lakefront. The properties from 506-514 West Diversey Parkway, Chicago IL 60614 could become a 50 unit upscale apartment building.  There are no construction permits issued for the site as of yet since the wrecking permit in February.

The lots are adjacent to the ornate vintage building that houses Yakzies and Galway Bay Irish Pub next door.

The 506-514 W Diversey property is across from the proposed condo tower at the current Market Place grocery site 521 W Diversey Parkway, Chicago IL 60614.

Additionally, the owner of the Inn at Lincoln Park, 601 West Diversey, would like to redevelop his property into a new hotel.

The eclectic couple blocks is home to bars, restaurants, services, vintage buildings, 1970s developments, hotels and is a gateway to lakefront amenities. It could use some new construction to diversify the housing and lodging for both residents and visitors.

There are concerns that three major developments overlapping will be a traffic nightmare.  But the housing and commercial property market conditions on the North Side of Chicago are very good.  It's no wonder you see larger developments slowing traffic seemingly everywhere you try to drive (it's really transitioned me to my bike for more and more daily work trips).

Popular Yolk breakfast joint is among many, many businesses that would benefit from new housing units on Diversey Place.

The Panini Republic now open 500 West Diversey at Pine Grove

Maybe the best Chicago location?

Stopped to hit golf balls and eat lunch at Diversey Harbor after photos and video shoots this morning (all photos Eric Rojas, Broker, Kale Realty).

I spent the morning shooting photos and video at 2817 N Cambridge in East Lakeview/ Lincoln Park. From the party years to the present this West Diversey and lakefront area in East Lakview/ Lincoln Park has always been a favorite location of mine.

We look forward to bringing this attractive vintage unit on the market later this week. More excuses to hit Diversey harbor (and hit some golf balls).

I used to care more about Yakzies on Diversey... but now I blather on about the Trader Joe's and Yolk!

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Diversey Golf Range

The view from the practice range

The Diversey Golf Range   in East Lakeview/ Lincoln Pak has always been a great place to hide from work with my friends. But these days, it's also a one stop shop for my family! We recently hit the range and parks around Diversey Harbor. There is mini golf, a kids play lot and boats to look at!

The play lot adjacent to the practice range platforms

There is a pay parking lot next to the practice range, a small grill restaurant for proper junk food and great downtown views.

 Parking is about 5 bucks for two hours and goes up from there. Bike down and spend a morning or afternoon on the range, paths and parks.