The neighborhood
Streeterville is almost entirely high-rise, and one of the most walkable places to live in Chicago.
Northwestern University's downtown campus and Northwestern Memorial Hospital are here, along with the Museum of Contemporary Art and Navy Pier. Ohio Street Beach and the Lakefront Trail are minutes away.
Homes you'll find
The housing you'll see most often in Streeterville.
- Lakefront condo towersMany with open views of the lake, Navy Pier and the skyline.
- Prewar and mid-century high-risesIncluding some of the city's most important modern buildings.
- Newer luxury towersWith larger floor plans and more amenities.
- Rental-heavy buildingsSome towers have a high share of rented units, which affects financing.
Getting around
- Red LineGrand and Chicago stations, a short walk west.
- BusesFrequent service on Michigan Avenue and Lake Shore Drive.
Worth a look
Architecture and landmarks I point out on tours.
860–880 Lake Shore Drive
Mies van der Rohe's 1951 glass-and-steel towers, which shaped high-rise design worldwide.
Lake Point Tower
The curved glass tower east of Lake Shore Drive, finished in 1968.
Tribune Tower
The 1925 Gothic Revival tower, now converted to residences.
Streeterville
Thinking about Streeterville?
Buying, selling or just comparing neighborhoods, I'm happy to talk it through.