Beverly, Chicago • Community Area 72

Beverly Chicago Homes for Sale

Explore historic homes, neighborhood parks and everyday connections—then compare the Beverly-area listings that fit your move.

Local guidance reviewed by Christopher Cucci, Cucci Realty LLC • Updated September 3, 2026

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Local housing context

Beverly real estate at a glance

Start with the housing itself: the figures below describe Beverly’s housing mix and age. Use them as context, then compare each home’s condition, updates and maintenance history.

77.8%Detached single-family share of housing units
47.6%Housing units built before 1940
1941Median year Beverly housing was built

Source: CMAP Beverly Community Data Snapshot, June 2026 release using 2020–2024 American Community Survey five-year estimates. These figures describe the community area, not any individual property.

Housing and due diligence

Homes and architecture in Beverly

Beverly listings can include vintage detached homes, brick bungalows, mid-century houses, attached housing and extensively renovated properties. CMAP reports that another 44.2% of local housing units were built from 1940 through 1969. Age can create character, but it does not establish condition; two homes built in the same decade may have very different systems, maintenance histories and renovation quality.

The Beverly/Morgan Park Railroad Station District reflects part of the area's architectural and transit history. Landmark status and project requirements are property-specific, so verify the exact address before planning exterior changes.

Live like a local

A practical guide to Beverly, Chicago

Beverly blends historic homes, neighborhood business districts, parks and rail access along Chicago’s South Side. Use this address-first guide to explore daily life, then verify school boundaries, transportation and services for the exact home you are considering.

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Parks, trails and room to get outside

Find your everyday outdoor stop. Compare neighborhood parks for a quick walk or playground visit, then explore Dan Ryan Woods and the Major Taylor Trail for a longer outing.

Neighborhood hub

Ridge Park

A 10-acre Chicago Park District campus with an indoor pool, gym, fitness amenities, baseball, tennis, a playground and a walking path.

View Ridge Park facilities and programs
Fields & courts

Beverly Park

More than 13 acres with baseball diamonds, tennis courts, a playground and a multi-purpose fieldhouse space.

Explore Beverly Park
Longer outing

Dan Ryan Woods + Major Taylor Trail

The Forest Preserves’ 257-acre Dan Ryan Woods connects to the paved, 8.1-mile Major Taylor Trail for walking, running and biking.

Plan a Dan Ryan Woods visit
Nature close by

Ridge Wetlands + Graver Park

Ridge Wetlands offers a small nature oasis, while nearby Graver Park adds a splash pad, courts, playgrounds, fields and seasonal programs.

See Ridge Wetlands details

Local planning tip: Park programs, pool hours and field availability change seasonally. Check the official facility page before you go; for a longer route, review the Major Taylor Trail map and rules.

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Architecture, arts and neighborhood identity

Look beyond the listing photos. Beverly’s historic streets and arts institutions help explain its character. Explore the places below, and check property-specific landmark requirements when considering exterior changes.

Chicago landmark district

Longwood Drive

The official landmark district covers portions of Longwood Drive and Seeley Avenue, with homes built from 1873 to 1929 in a wide range of architectural styles.

Read the City landmark record
Point of interest

Givins Beverly Castle

Built in 1886 at 10244 S. Longwood Drive, Chicago’s only castle is a distinctive neighborhood landmark and an active community space.

Learn the castle’s history
Arts & learning

Beverly Arts Center

A South Side arts anchor since 1967, offering visual art, music, dance, film, theater and classes at 2407 W. 111th Street.

See current programs and events
Local history

Ridge Historical Society

Explore local architecture, exhibitions and neighborhood history at the society’s 10621 S. Seeley Avenue home.

Visit Ridge Historical Society online

For events and community traditions, check the Beverly Area Planning Association calendar. The Beverly Branch of Chicago Public Library is another useful stop for programs, homework support and digital resources.

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Getting around Beverly

Try the commute before choosing the home. Compare the walk to a station, the service you would use and any bus connections from the exact property at your usual travel time.

Metra Rock Island service

The Beverly Hills Branch includes neighborhood stops at 91st, 95th, 99th, 103rd and 107th streets. Review current schedules, alerts and station details before comparing a home’s commute.

Check Metra schedules and service alerts

CTA and trip planning

Bus connections vary by block. Test the route from a specific property at the time you expect to travel, including the walk to and from each stop.

Plan a CTA trip
04

Schools: verify by exact address

Beverly-area families have public, selective-enrollment and private options, but school attendance boundaries, programs and admissions can change. A neighborhood name or ZIP code is not a boundary guarantee.

Important: These are local examples, not a representation that a property is assigned to any particular school. Confirm enrollment eligibility with CPS and the school directly before making a housing decision.

05

City services and move-in utilities

Beverly is a Chicago community area—not a separate village—so municipal questions begin with the City of Chicago. Utility responsibility and availability should be confirmed for the exact property.

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Everyday groceries in and near Beverly

Picture your everyday errands. Compare stores along the routes you already expect to travel. These Beverly and nearby options give you practical starting points for your move.

In Beverly

County Fair Foods

10800 S. Western Avenue, Chicago

A long-running independent South Side grocery store located directly in Beverly’s 60643 area.

Check County Fair Foods details
Nearby Chicago option

Jewel-Osco

3128 W. 103rd Street, Chicago

A nearby full-service supermarket on 103rd Street near Kedzie Avenue, convenient from the western side of the area.

View this Jewel-Osco location
Nearby Evergreen Park

Pete’s Market

3720 W. 95th Street, Evergreen Park

A nearby grocery option on 95th Street for residents traveling west from Beverly.

View the Evergreen Park store
Nearby Evergreen Park

Whole Foods Market

9600 S. Western Avenue, Evergreen Park

A nearby Western Avenue grocery option just north of Beverly.

Check the Evergreen Park location

Before moving: Compare the route from the exact home, especially if walking, using transit or relying on pickup or delivery. Store hours, departments and services can change; verify them on the linked location page.

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Local flavor and things to do

Make time to explore between showings. A neighborhood stop can add context to your home search. Check current hours, menus and events before visiting the places below.

Original Rainbow Cone

The original Beverly ice-cream shop has served its signature five-flavor cone on Western Avenue since 1926.

Check the Beverly location

Horse Thief Hollow

A neighborhood craft brewery and restaurant on Western Avenue with food, beer and a current events calendar.

View current details

Open Outcry Brewing

A brewery, kitchen and gathering spot farther south on Western Avenue with rotating events and offerings.

See current hours and events

For more ideas, browse the official Choose Chicago Beverly neighborhood guide and current BAPA community events.

For buyers

Buying a home in Beverly

Start with a realistic payment range, then compare the property rather than relying on neighborhood averages. For each serious candidate, review recent comparable sales, condition, taxes, permits, parking, lot characteristics and transportation from the exact address.

  • Verify school information with the CPS address-level locator.
  • Review the parcel, exemptions and available tax history.
  • Use inspection and attorney review for property-specific risks.
Plan your Beverly home search
For sellers

Selling a home in Beverly

A useful launch plan begins with the closest relevant sales and active competition, then accounts for architecture, condition, lot, parking, improvements and likely buyer questions. Resolve obvious safety or maintenance concerns, gather permits and project records, and choose improvements based on likely return rather than a generic renovation list.

Cucci Realty can help review current competition, preparation priorities and a marketing plan for the property.

Plan your Beverly home sale
Primary sources

Official Beverly research resources

Use these tools for address-specific research. Public records are useful screening resources, but they do not replace inspections, legal advice or direct confirmation with the responsible agency.

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Beverly real estate FAQs

Does ZIP code 60643 match the Beverly neighborhood exactly?

No. Chicago community-area boundaries and postal ZIP codes are different. Parts of Beverly use 60643 and 60655, while 60643 also includes areas outside Beverly. Confirm the city, community area and exact address for every property.

What types and ages of homes are common in Beverly?

CMAP housing data for 2020–2024 reports that 77.8% of Beverly housing units are detached single-family homes and that the median year built is 1941. Individual properties still vary widely in architecture, condition, updates and maintenance needs.

Which Metra stations serve Beverly?

Beverly Hills Branch stations on the Rock Island District include stops at 91st, 95th, 99th, 103rd and 107th Streets. Buyers should verify current schedules, parking and the route from a specific home directly with Metra.

How should buyers verify schools, taxes and permits for a Beverly home?

Use the exact address with the Chicago Public Schools School Locator, Cook County Assessor and City of Chicago permit records. Boundaries, exemptions, assessments and records can change, so confirm important details with the responsible agency and qualified professionals.

How current are the Beverly listings on this page?

The property search uses the active MLS feed and can change as homes are listed, updated, placed under contract or removed. Confirm current availability and showing instructions before relying on a particular listing.

Listing status, school boundaries, transportation schedules, taxes and municipal requirements can change. Verify important details with the appropriate official source and qualified professionals.