Beverly · Cook County · IL
Homes for sale in
Beverly.
- Active listings
- 3
- Median list
- $650K
- Avg time on market
- 75 days
- Sold · last year
- 0
About the community
Living in Beverly.
Beverly, officially Beverly Hills, is community area number 72 on the far Southwest Side of Chicago, about 12 miles from the Loop. It sits atop the Blue Island Ridge, a prehistoric glacial ridge that is the point of highest natural elevation in Chicago at nearly 100 feet above the water line of Lake Michigan. The neighborhood is known for an exceptional stock of historic single-family homes, including Prairie School works tied to Frank Lloyd Wright and Walter Burley Griffin and the limestone Givins Castle on Longwood Drive. Beverly grew into a stronghold of the city's South Side Irish community, and Western Avenue still hosts the family-friendly South Side Irish Parade each March. Commuters ride the Metra Rock Island District line, which runs along the eastern edge of the ridge to LaSalle Street Station downtown. With most of its housing stock made up of single-family detached homes, Beverly suits families seeking a yard and a true house within the city limits, and it is recognized as one of the most racially integrated neighborhoods in Chicago.
At a glance
Village in the city
Beverly is often called the village in the city, a quiet Southwest Side neighborhood filled with architecturally significant homes about 12 miles from the Loop.
On the Ridge
Beverly sits on the Blue Island Ridge, the highest natural elevation in Chicago at nearly 100 feet above the water line of Lake Michigan.
Single-family homes
As of 2021, about 78.7 percent of Beverly's housing stock consisted of single-family detached homes, compared with 26.1 percent citywide.
Ridge Historic District
The Ridge Historic District, on the National Register of Historic Places since 1976, contains more than 3,000 buildings and is one of the largest urban districts on the Register.
Somewhat walkable
Beverly has a Walk Score of 67, rated Somewhat Walkable, meaning some errands can be accomplished on foot.
Metra Rock Island
The Metra Rock Island District line runs along the eastern edge of the ridge to its terminus at LaSalle Street Station in downtown Chicago.
Median sale price around 395K
In early 2026, Beverly homes sold for a median price of about 395,000 dollars, generally delivering more space and lot size than the same budget buys on the North Side.
Irish heritage
Beverly is a stronghold of the city's South Side Irish community and hosts the South Side Irish Parade along Western Avenue each St. Patrick's Day season.
What it’s actually like to live here
Daily life in Beverly feels more like a leafy suburb than a dense city neighborhood, which is exactly its appeal for families. As of recent estimates the community area had about 19,570 residents, and the median age was 45, well above the citywide figure of about 35, reflecting an established, settled population. The median household income was reported around 127,000 dollars, roughly 85 percent of housing units are owner-occupied, and the typical Beverly house offers far more rooms than the citywide average. Beverly is also one of the most racially integrated neighborhoods in Chicago.
For commuters, the Metra Rock Island District line runs along the eastern edge of the ridge straight to LaSalle Street Station downtown, and a large share of working residents commute into the Loop. Green space is a real selling point, with Dan Ryan Woods, a 257-acre Cook County forest preserve at 87th and Western, offering sledding hills, trails, and picnic groves year-round, while the 10-acre Ridge Park anchors the neighborhood's eastern side. The Irish-American identity remains strong, expressed in the cluster of Irish pubs along Western Avenue and the South Side Irish Parade, a celebration that has marked St. Patrick's Day in Beverly for more than 40 years.
Neighborhoods
Detailed Beverly community pages coming soon.
Browse the listings above. Detailed neighborhood pages with market stats, school info, and lifestyle take-downs land here as we roll them out.
Around town
What there is to do in Beverly.
A handful of the places people who live here actually use. Not a directory.
- Culture
Givins Irish Castle
Built in 1886 as a limestone, three-tower structure on Longwood Drive, it is widely called Chicago's only castle and now houses the Beverly Unitarian Church.
- Culture
Beverly Arts Center
A multidisciplinary cultural center serving the community since 1967, with a 400-seat theatre, an art gallery, and classes in art, music, dance, and theater.
- Parks
Dan Ryan Woods
A 257-acre Cook County forest preserve at 87th and Western with sledding and snowboarding hills, fitness stairs, picnic groves, and a paved loop connecting to the Major Taylor Trail.
- Parks
Ridge Park
A 10-acre park established in 1908 with baseball diamonds, tennis courts, a playground, and a walking path along the wooded ridge.
- Culture
Ridge Historic District
A National Register district of more than 3,000 buildings showcasing styles from 1844 to World War II, ideal for a self-guided architecture walking tour.
- Food & Drink
Horse Thief Hollow Brewing Co.
A Western Avenue brewpub opened in 2013 serving house-brewed beer and from-scratch cooking, named for Beverly's 1850s nickname.
How Beverly got here
A bit of history.
Beverly's defining feature is geological. It rests on the Blue Island Ridge, a prehistoric glacial ridge that was once an island in an ancient lake and later part of its western shore, giving the neighborhood the highest natural elevation in Chicago at nearly 100 feet above the water line of Lake Michigan. The land was settled sparsely until the late 19th century, and in 1844 the property along the ridge from 91st to 115th Streets passed to Thomas Morgan, the namesake of neighboring Morgan Park. Transformation into a suburban community began in 1869 when Morgan's heirs sold the land to the Blue Island Land and Building Company, and growth accelerated with Chicagoans displaced by the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.
Beverly's position on the ridge, combined with the expansion of Rock Island Railroad service in 1889, allowed it to develop as an exclusive streetcar-and-commuter community, a character reflected in its large lots and substantial homes. The neighborhood became a showcase for early 20th-century architecture, including Prairie School designs associated with Frank Lloyd Wright and Walter Burley Griffin, who built a notable cluster of Prairie residences near West 104th Place. That architectural legacy was formally recognized when the Ridge Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976, and with more than 3,000 buildings spanning styles built between 1844 and World War II, it is one of the largest urban districts on the Register.
The questions buyers actually ask
Beverly FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Beverly. If yours isn't here, text 815-355-0582, same-day reply.
- What kind of homes can I buy in Beverly, and are there many condos?
- Beverly is overwhelmingly a single-family-home neighborhood. As of 2021, about 78.7 percent of the housing stock was single-family detached homes, far above the 26.1 percent citywide share, and the typical house is notably larger than the citywide average. Multifamily housing makes up only a small share of land use, so condo and apartment inventory is limited compared with many other Chicago neighborhoods. If you want a true house with a yard inside the city, Beverly is one of the strongest options on the South Side.
- What do homes cost in Beverly right now?
- According to Redfin, Beverly homes sold for a median price of about 395,000 dollars in early 2026, with a median price per square foot in the low 230s. Because the housing stock skews toward larger historic single-family homes, you generally get more square footage and lot size here than the same price would buy in many North Side neighborhoods. Days on market and prices move with the seasons, so check current figures for the specific blocks you are considering. A local agent can pull recent comparable sales for any street.
- How does the commute downtown work?
- Beverly is served by the Metra Rock Island District line, which runs along the eastern edge of the Blue Island ridge directly to LaSalle Street Station in the Loop. Several stations sit within the neighborhood, making rail commuting a core part of Beverly life, and a large share of working residents commute into the Loop. The neighborhood is also connected to the interstate system via I-57 immediately to the east. For current schedules and exact travel times, check the official Metra Rock Island page.
- Which public schools serve Beverly, and what about private options?
- Beverly is part of Chicago Public Schools, and home assignments depend on attendance boundaries that you should confirm by address using the official CPS School Locator. Morgan Park High School, founded in 1916, is the area's neighborhood high school and is recognized as an International Baccalaureate school. The wider Beverly and Morgan Park area is also known for a number of private and parochial schools, so families typically weigh CPS neighborhood and selective options alongside private choices. Always verify the current boundary for any specific property before you buy.
- What is the neighborhood's character like for families?
- Beverly is frequently described as a village in the city, a quiet, tree-lined area with large lots and a strong sense of community. The median age is around 45, well above the citywide figure, and roughly 85 percent of homes are owner-occupied, signaling a stable population of long-term residents. It is also one of the most racially integrated neighborhoods in Chicago. The deep Irish-American heritage shows up in Western Avenue's pubs and the long-running South Side Irish Parade.
- If I buy in the historic district, are there special rules?
- Much of Beverly falls within the Ridge Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1976, which contains more than 3,000 buildings and is one of the largest urban historic districts in the country. National Register listing is primarily an honorary and recognition designation, but portions of the area also carry City of Chicago landmark designations, such as the Longwood Drive District, which can carry review requirements for exterior changes. Because protections vary block by block, it is wise to confirm a specific property's landmark status before planning exterior renovations.
Your local agent
Joe knows Beverly
Most agents will list anything. I focus on the places I actually know, and the things that move value here don't show up in the MLS write-up: which streets and buildings hold demand, what the HOA or assessments really cover, how the comps read once you account for condition and location, and where buyers consistently want to be.
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