Lakeview Transportation

Lakeview's attractive and convenient location within the city of Chicago is quite appealing to those purchasing Lakeview real estate. With the picturesque lakefront within walking distance, and the downtown area and city airports easily accessible by car or public transportation, Lakeview Chicago is an ideal destination.

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) manages public transportation in the city of Chicago and a few adjacent suburbs. The CTA operates public buses, a rapid transit system, and an elevated train known as the "El". Most CTA bus lines run every 5-20 minutes during the day and evening, and many operate "night owl" service running throughout the night. Lakeview Chicago bus service is available on Belmont, Addison and Irving Park, and along Sheridan, Lake Shore Drive, Halsted, Broadway and Clark. The CTA's Howard-Dan Ryan and Ravenswood trains stop at Belmont, and the Howard-Dan Ryan train also stops at Addison. Metra operates commuter rail service in Chicago and its suburbs, making the train an easy transportation option for residents in Lakeview Chicago.

Parking is at a premium in Lakeview, especially during special events like Chicago Cubs home games at Wrigley Field. Special residential parking permits are required for parking on all Lakeview Chicago streets, except for a few commercial areas with limited metered parking. Heavily priced public parking lots are available for visitors and baseball fans, but may be hard to come by. Residents of Lakeview real estate may purchase temporary parking permits for guests, available at the aldermanic constituent offices. For added parking convenience, some apartments and Lakeview houses have private lots, and a growing number of Lakeview restaurants offer valet and short-term parking to accommodate their patrons.