Ukrainian Village

First settled by Ukrainian, German, and Polish immigrants inthe late-eighteenth and early-nineteenth centuries, today the Ukrainian Villagecontinues to welcome diversity, offering a variety of residences. One third of the homes reflect the work of developer and architect William D. Kerfoot, who aggressively reestablished his business one day after the great Chicago Fire destroyed much of the city. While these homes are hard to come by (most remain within families and are rarely seen on the market), they add a distinctive character to the Ukrainian Village.

Alongside Kerfoot's homes stand red-brick houses or smaller cabins. In other spots, new town homes or single family homes are being builtnext to 50-year-old apartment buildings. One thing most have in common:affordable, generous living spaces and open backyards, both hard to come by in the city. And, residents (including increasingly younger professionals) andcommunity officials ensure the charming tree-lined streets and historic facades are maintained, adding to the neighborhood's appeal. 

With its location just south of Division Street and west of Damen Avenue, the Village is a short distance from the Loop or Bucktown and Wicker Park's eclectic restaurants and nightlife. Yet, residents often find plenty of restaurants, nightlife, and community events around the neighborhood.

The Holy Trinity Cathedral stands as a century-old citylandmark and serves as a popular meeting point and community event center. Spots along Chicago Avenue offer local Mexican and Polish eateries serving delicious, authentic food. Cozy coffee shops, like Atomix, offer a unique atmosphere alongwith soothing hot drinks. And, the annual street fest attracts a rowdy group of locals and visitors ready to celebrate the neighborhoods Eastern European roots.

While the Green Line stops at Ashland on the southern border of the neighborhood, closer to East Village, numerous CTA buses travel throughthe area as well.

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