East Village Historic District

The East Village Historic District is a residential area in West Town with buildings from the late 1800s and early 1900s displaying Italianate and Queen Anne styles. The structures feature ornate brick and stone facades along with detailed wooden elements on their porches, windows, and door frames.

German immigrants began settling the area around 1870 and built homes using construction techniques from their homeland. The neighborhood developed through the early 1900s as a stable residential community.

The neighborhood reflects its shifting residents through the mix of shops, restaurants, and street life you see today. This layering of communities shapes how the district feels when you walk through it.

The district covers a large area bounded by major streets and offers plenty of blocks to walk through and explore. You can move easily through the neighborhood on foot to see the buildings up close and discover different corners.

The neighborhood's buildings display craftsmanship traditions brought directly by German builders from across the Atlantic. These building techniques show up in the masonry details and woodwork found on nearly every house.

Location: Chicago

GPS coordinates: 41.89972,-87.67389

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24