Logan Square is Chicago community area 22, a 3.6-square-mile area on the North Side, about 5 miles from the Loop. Logan Square is known for its tree-lined boulevards and greystones, and it includes Palmer Square and part of Bucktown. Its parcels are split among condo units, two-to-six-unit buildings and houses, with three Blue Line stations inside the area.
Also known as or includes: Palmer Square, Bucktown (part).
Last reviewed October 4, 2026 · Chicago First Time Home Buyer editorial team
Outline: City of Chicago community area boundary for Logan Square. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
At a glance: Logan Square
| Fact | Figure |
|---|---|
| Community area number | 22 |
| Part of the city | North Side |
| Size | 3.6 square miles |
| Borders | Avondale, Hermosa, Humboldt Park, Lincoln Park, North Center, West Town |
| Parcels in the Assessor’s 2026 file | 19,363 |
| Houses and townhouses | 4,413 (23%) |
| Buildings with 2–6 units | 5,902 (30%) |
| Condo units | 6,216 (32%) |
| CTA ‘L’ stations inside the area | 3 (Blue) |
| City Council wards | 35th, 32nd, 1st, 26th Wards |
Homes you will find in Logan Square
The Cook County Assessor’s 2026 file lists 19,363 parcels in Logan Square. 23% are houses or townhouses, 30% are buildings with two to six units, and 32% are condo units. There are also 440 apartment buildings with seven or more units.
No single home type dominates, so buyers can compare a condo, a house or a two-flat in the same area. Each one fits different loans: condos need building approval for some loans, and two- to four-unit buildings you live in can be financed with FHA. See mortgage options for first-time buyers.
HomeGrown grants can be used for one- and two-unit homes, condos and townhomes, and the grant amount depends on income and on where in the city the home is. IHDAccess Home is available statewide. Compare the two on our side-by-side page.
Getting around
3 CTA ‘L’ stations are inside Logan Square’s boundary: California (Blue Line), Logan Square (Blue Line, accessible), and Western (Blue Line, accessible).
Parks and libraries
Chicago Park District facilities sit in 15 parks inside Logan Square: Churchill Field Park, Julia de Burgos Park, Ehrler Park, Flower Park, Haas Park, Holstein Park, Kosciuszko Park, Logan Square Skate Park, Maple Park, Monticello Park, Mozart Park, Neighbors’ Garden, Palmer Square, Senior Citizens Memorial Park, and Unity Park. The Chicago Public Library has the Logan Square branch here.
City Council wards
Logan Square is split among 4 wards. The largest share of its land is in the 35th Ward (about 29%), with the rest in the 32nd (28%), the 1st (28%), and the 26th (13%). Ward lines do not follow community area lines, so check an exact address with the City’s ward lookup before you contact an alderperson’s office about zoning, permits or city services.
Neighboring community areas
Logan Square borders Avondale, Hermosa, Humboldt Park, Lincoln Park, North Center, and West Town. See all 77 community areas.
Common questions
Is Logan Square mostly houses or condos?
A mix: 23% of its parcels are houses or townhouses, 30% are 2–6 unit buildings and 32% are condo units. These shares are from the Cook County Assessor’s 2026 parcel file.
Is there an ‘L’ station in Logan Square?
Yes. Logan Square has 3 CTA ‘L’ stations on the Blue line.
What ward is Logan Square in?
It is split among the 35th, 32nd, 1st, and 26th Wards. Check a specific address with the City of Chicago’s ward lookup.
Can I use HomeGrown to buy a home in Logan Square?
HomeGrown is a City of Chicago program, so homes in Logan Square can qualify if the buyer and the property meet its rules. The grant amount depends on household income and the home’s location. See our HomeGrown guide for the current rules.
Sources
- City of Chicago Data Portal, Boundaries – Community Areas
- Cook County Assessor, Parcel Universe (tax year 2026)
- City of Chicago Data Portal, CTA ‘L’ stops
- City of Chicago Data Portal, Chicago Park District park facilities
- City of Chicago Data Portal, Chicago Public Library locations
- City of Chicago Data Portal, Ward boundaries (2023–)
Boundaries, size and neighbors are measured from the City’s official community area boundary. ‘L’ stations, parks and libraries are placed inside the boundary by their coordinates; ward shares are approximate shares of land area. Parcel counts are from the Assessor’s tax year 2026 file, counted October 4, 2026. Houses include townhouses; condo units are counted one parcel per unit.
Cite this page: Chicago First Time Home Buyer, “Logan Square, Chicago: A Neighborhood Guide for First-Time Buyers,” reviewed October 4, 2026, chicagofirsttimehomebuyer.com/buying-process/chicago-neighborhoods/logan-square/.