Homes For Sale in Ravenswood

Homes For Sale in Ravenswood

Ravenswood is one of the North Side Chicago neighborhoods that was built along the railroad tracks on Ravenswood Avenue, and the Metra line still runs right through the middle of it. The boundaries depend on who you ask, though one common description runs from Irving Park Road north to Foster Avenue, between Leavitt Street and Clark Street. The part west of the tracks sits in the Lincoln Square community area. The side streets are quiet and tree-lined. You will see Victorian and Queen Anne houses a few doors from bungalows and two-flats, while the old factory buildings along the tracks now hold craft breweries and art studios. Ravenswood feels residential on most blocks, and Malt Row gives the neighborhood a lively stretch of its own.

Ravenswood Real Estate Market Overview

Ravenswood does not have a lot of inventory sitting around. Market data from early 2026 put the median sale price at about $595,000, down 4.8% from a year earlier. That works out to about $393 per square foot. Homes sold in around 35 days on average, down from 62 days a year earlier. That median blends condos with houses, and in Ravenswood they are two very different markets. Recent single-family listings have mostly asked between about $1,000,000 and $2,200,000, with a few larger homes listed well above $3,000,000. Condos and townhomes start in the low $200,000s and reach just over $1,000,000 at the top.

Ravenswood has both CTA and Metra rail service. Two Brown Line stations sit in the neighborhood, at Damen and Leland and at Montrose Avenue and Ravenswood Avenue. Both opened in 1907. The Ravenswood Metra station on the Union Pacific North line is near Lawrence Avenue. Metra dedicated a rebuilt, fully accessible station there in October 2023. Before the pandemic, it was the busiest outlying stop on the line, at about 2,400 riders a day.

Listings of homes for sale in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL update as homes are submitted to the MLS. Use the filters to find Ravenswood homes by price and property type or by beds and baths, and reach out to Hayley Westhoff when a home catches your eye. She can tell you how it compares with recent Ravenswood sales and get you in for a showing.

Why Buyers Choose Ravenswood

Ravenswood was built around the train, and that easy commute is still one of the biggest reasons buyers look here. In September 1868, a group of investors formed the Ravenswood Land Company and bought 194 acres of farm and wooded land north of the city. The company guaranteed the Chicago and North Western Railroad a set number of passengers, and Ravenswood grew as a commuter suburb along the line. Chicago annexed the area in 1889, and the “L” followed in 1907.

That history is still standing. East Ravenswood was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. That district runs from Irving Park Road up to Lawrence Avenue, between the Metra tracks and Clark Street. It covers buildings from 1875 to 1949, in styles running from Queen Anne houses to Craftsman bungalows.

Ravenswood also sits right next to North Center and the heart of Lincoln Square, so the shops and restaurants in both are close by.

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Single-Family Homes for Sale in Ravenswood

Single-family homes are the top of the Ravenswood market. The oldest are Victorian and Queen Anne houses, and the East Ravenswood historic district on the east side of the tracks holds many of them. Bungalows are mixed in. New construction keeps appearing too, including two new frame homes that went up on Hermitage Avenue in 2026. Smaller houses occasionally list below $1,000,000.

Two-Flats and Small Apartment Buildings

Two-flats and small apartment buildings sit on many Ravenswood blocks next to the older houses. A two-flat has two separate units in one building, so an owner can live in one unit while the other brings in income to help cover the mortgage.

Condos and Townhomes

Condos make up a large share of Ravenswood listings and are the most affordable way into the neighborhood. Asking prices start in the low $200,000s, and larger condos on Damen Avenue have been listed at just over $1,000,000.

Loft Conversions

Lofts are part of the Ravenswood story too. Some of the old factory buildings in the neighborhood have been turned into loft residential buildings, and they give buyers a different option from a vintage condo or a two-flat.

Lifestyle and Amenities in Ravenswood

People who live in Ravenswood often spend a lot of time there. Spacca Napoli on Sunnyside Avenue has been making Neapolitan-style pizza for nearly 20 years, and Malt Row is right around the corner.

Malt Row

The stretch of Ravenswood Avenue along the Metra tracks is known as Malt Row, and the local chamber of commerce calls it one of the most prolific craft brewing communities in the country. Dovetail Brewery is on Belle Plaine Avenue and Begyle Brewing is on Cuyler Avenue. KOVAL Distillery, which bills itself as Chicago’s first distillery since Prohibition, is on Ravenswood Avenue. The neighborhood brings the breweries together each summer for Ravenswood On Tap, a craft beer and music festival at Ravenswood and Berteau.

Lillstreet Art Center and the Ravenswood ArtWalk

Lillstreet Art Center was founded in 1975 and runs classes out of 4401 North Ravenswood Avenue. The Ravenswood ArtWalk, a weekend tour of studios in the industrial corridor, has been showcasing the neighborhood’s artists since 2001.

Schools in Ravenswood

Ravenswood is served by Chicago Public Schools, and assigned schools depend on the exact address. Check any home you are considering in the CPS School Locator before you make an offer.

McPherson Elementary School

McPherson Elementary is at 4728 North Wolcott Avenue and serves pre-K through 8th grade. It is an authorized International Baccalaureate school and also houses a Regional Gifted Center. McPherson describes itself as the neighborhood public school for the Ravenswood area.

Ravenswood Elementary School

Ravenswood Elementary is at 4332 North Paulina Street, near the south end of the neighborhood. It is a CPS neighborhood school for pre-K through 8th grade with a performing and fine arts program.

Amundsen High School

Amundsen High School is at 5110 North Damen Avenue and serves grades 9 to 12. It offers the International Baccalaureate program along with Advanced Placement classes.

What to Know Before You Buy a Home in Ravenswood

Ravenswood homes move quickly. The typical home sells in about 35 days in early 2026, a little more than half the time it took a year earlier. Make sure your first offer is how much you would actually be willing to spend.

Prices shift a lot from one block to the next. A vintage condo near the Brown Line and a renovated house on a quiet side street can be listed more than $1,000,000 apart, so it is essential to compare a home against recent sales on its own blocks rather than the neighborhood median.

If you are looking at a home near the tracks, visit at different times of day. The Ravenswood industrial corridor covers 129 acres along the Union Pacific North line, and the Metra trains run on an elevated track right through it.

Search Ravenswood Homes for Sale with The Westhoff Group

Hayley Westhoff with The Westhoff Group works Ravenswood every week and knows which homes are priced to move and which ones are going to sit. She’ll help you navigate the offer, the inspection, and everything after. Browse the current homes for sale in Ravenswood above, then reach out and let’s discuss your options.

Ravenswood FAQs

1. How Far Is Ravenswood From Downtown Chicago?

Ravenswood is about 9 miles north of downtown Chicago. By car, it typically takes 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. If you’re taking public transportation, the Brown Line or Metra can get you downtown in roughly 30 to 40 minutes. For many residents, that easy commute is one of the biggest advantages of living here.

2. Is Ravenswood, Chicago Safe?

The best way to evaluate Ravenswood’s safety is by reviewing crime statistics directly through the Chicago Police Department’s crime map. This tool allows you to look at specific blocks and trends so you can make an informed decision based on your own comfort level.

3. Is Ravenswood Chicago in North Center?

Ravenswood and North Center are next to each other, but they are not the same neighborhood. Ravenswood has its own identity and boundaries, generally centered around the Ravenswood Metra stop and nearby Brown Line stations. North Center sits just south and includes areas like Roscoe Village. While they share a similar North Side feel, Ravenswood is considered its own neighborhood within Chicago.

4. What Chicago Neighborhood Is Ravenswood In?

Ravenswood is located on Chicago’s North Side. It sits just west of Lake Michigan and north of Lakeview, with Lincoln Square directly to the north and North Center to the south. It’s well-connected by the Brown Line and Metra.

5. What Is the Average Income in Ravenswood, Chicago?

The median household income in Ravenswood is approximately $90,082, while the average household income is about $119,085. As with any Chicago neighborhood, income levels can vary by household and by block.

6. What Is Ravenswood Known For?

Ravenswood is known for its tree-lined streets, classic brick homes, and converted industrial loft buildings. It has a quieter, more residential feel than some nearby neighborhoods, and many streets feature wider lots that give parts of Ravenswood a slightly more “suburban” sense of space compared to denser areas nearby. You’ll still find plenty of local restaurants, breweries, and small businesses, and the Ravenswood Corridor in particular has become a hotspot for craft breweries and creative spaces, which gives the neighborhood its own unique character without making it feel too busy.

7. What Is It Like Living in Ravenswood, Chicago?

Ravenswood is a quiet, residential neighborhood on Chicago’s North Side known for its tree-lined streets, vintage greystones, and strong sense of community. It offers a mix of independent restaurants, coffee shops, and local shops, with easy access to downtown via the CTA Brown Line and Metra. It’s a popular choice for those looking for a neighborhood feel at a more moderate price point than nearby Lincoln Park or Lakeview.

8. Who Is the Best Real Estate Agent in Ravenswood, Chicago?

If you’re buying or selling in Ravenswood, working with someone who really knows the North Side market inside and out can make all the difference. Hayley Westhoff with The Westhoff Group specializes in neighborhoods like Ravenswood and brings deep local knowledge, pricing insight, and negotiation experience to every transaction.