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Anna Shoultz
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Last Modified: January 9, 2026

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Wicker Park Neighborhood Overview

Village Discount Outlet, Dove's Luncheonette, Blue Line Cruisin'

🧭Bordered by: North Avenue is North, Division Street to the South, Western Avenue is, well... West, and Ashland Avenue is East. The heart of Wicker is centered on Milwaukee, North Ave., and Damen's six-corner street, lovingly referred to as 'The Crotch.'

📌Well known for: Murals, late-night patios, and Six Corners name debates

👕You'll fit in if: You thrift, bike, and discuss espresso like politics

👍Move here for: Blue Line zips, indie shops, tacos at midnight

👎The downside to Wicker Park is: Weekend crowds auditioning for viral street style

The overall feel is: Artsy hustle, unapologetic style, and lots of 'the best' lattes

Thrifting connoisseurs, Third wave coffee snobs, and Brü baddies

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Moving to Wicker Park - 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 Wicker Park against other parts of the city in our Chicago neighborhood guide.