Englewood
Once the center of shopping and commerce at the intersection of 63rd and Halsted, Englewood after years of trouble is now finally on the rebound! The new Kennedy-King College and the intensive political focus on improving the region with jobs, educational promise and a new housing development may restore this neighborhood with convenient access to the Dan Ryan Expressway and an overwhelming inventory of low cost single family homes and buildings.
Hot Housing Developments
- Englewood Crossings
815 W. 63rd St.
(773) 420-0005
Food, Fun & Fitness
- Sikia Restaurant
Fine Dining/African Themed
740 W. 63rd St.
(773) 602-5200 - Stay Tuned for More Food, Fun & Fitness!
Community Organizations/Institutions
- Teamwork Englewood
815 W. 63rd St.
(773) 602-4507 - Kennedy King College
City of Chicago Community College
6301 S. Halsted St. - Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men
6201 S. Stewart Ave.
Relevant Blog Posts
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Winter Mkt Report: South Chicago, Auburn Gresham & Englewood
Spring is here, but it’s helpful to analyze the South Side’s winter real estate activity to keep track of how our local housing market is progressing. Over the month of March, we’ve been analyzing sales stats for 3+ bedroom, 2+ bathroom single family homes and condos on Chicago’s South Side. Our focus is on a four-month period, stretching from Nov.1, 2010 through today. This week we’re exploring South Chicago, Auburn Gresham and Englewood.
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Can Englewood Be Saved?
Can Englewood be saved? Yes! While the problems are enormous and the need to coordinate efforts among political officials, developers and business owners is critical, Englewood is on the rebound.
Relevant Articles
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North Side playgrounds in better shape
The playground across from Kendra Snow's Englewood home is littered with broken liquor bottles, potato chip bags and other trash.


