Avondale Neighborhood Overview

Kuma's Corner and Blue Line Grit

25of 55 Chicago Neighborhoods

🧭Bordered by: Addison Street North, Diversey Avenue South, North Branch Chicago River East, Pulaski Road West

📌Best known for: Revolution taproom, pierogi palaces, Belmont Blue line

👕You'll fit in if: thrifted Carhartt, bike grease, not a full-on city slicker

👍Move here for: Blue Line, backyard grills, and tolerable rent

👎The downsides are: Kennedy roar, parking sudoku, weekend crowds

✨The overall feel is: Casual, scrappy, dumpling-fueled optimism

Kuma's Corner devotees, karaoke diehards, and some peace at night

Moving to Avondale - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Chicago or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Chicago guide for the big-picture view — or compare Avondale against other parts of the city in our Chicago neighborhood guide.