BASICS:

River West is a chic and hip area housing several of Chicago's trendiest art galleries and nightclubs. It is an eclectic and fast-growing neighborhood for residential and commercial development.

River West is just a few blocks away from Wicker Park, River North, Little Italy, Greek Town and the Loop.

HOUSING:

Considered a less expensive option to the River North neighborhood, River West offers dozens of new office and residential loft conversions, many renovated two- and three-flats, newly constructed town homes, and brand-new loft communities rising from old warehouses and factories.

LOCATION:

River West is located on the west bank of the Chicago River's South Branch. It is part of the West Loop community. Bordered by Division, Grand, and the Kennedy Expressway (Routes 90/94).

DINING & ACTIVITIES:

River West has many of the city's finer restaurants and cafes, particularly along Randolph Street where many old warehouses and markets have been transformed into premier dining destinations.

River West is a place where art galleries live inside converted loft spaces, and many performance artists promote and teach their trades in large studios.

River West boasts the United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks and a venue for some of the world's most popular musicians and entertainers. Television diva Oprah Winfrey chose River West as the home for her Harpo Studios.

EVENTS:

Taste of Randolph Street is an annual three-day event in June features food from neighborhood restaurants, live bands, cooking demonstrations, art vendors and more.


ZIP CODE:

The primary zip code for Chicago's River West neighborhood is 60606.