Welcome to Gold Coast
A lakefront historic district offering the best of Chicago
What was once a stretch of lakefront swamp in the heart of Chicago is now the Gold Coast, the city’s most historic and affluent district. Chicago’s wealthy elite were drawn to the area, building the Gold Coast into one of Chicago’s most sought-after neighborhoods by the end of the 1900s. This historical residential community is located between Lake Michigan and Clark Street and is filled to the brim with stately mansions, doorman-guarded high rises, incredible shopping, and a buzzing nightlife scene. With quick transportation to the rest of Chicago, the Gold Coast puts you in the heart of the action and delivers the best of the best.
What to Love
- Stunning historic residential district with elegant turn-of-the-century mansions and modern high-rises
- Amazing boutique and upscale brand-name shopping on Oak Street
- An energetic dining and nightlife scene on Rush Street
- Easy access to the lakefront and its many festivals, activities, and events
Local Lifestyle
Life inside the Gold Coast is all about luxury. Whether it’s shopping on Oak Street, strolling down the Lakefront Trail, or mingling with friends during a night out on Rush Street, Gold Coast provides residents with a wide variety of amenities. It's an entertaining neighborhood to live in, with the high-spirited excitement of an urban area like New York and the friendliness of a small Midwestern town. The community is dog-friendly and welcomes furry friends with its walkable paths and numerous green spaces. You'll always have something to do, somewhere to go, and something new to see when you live on the Gold Coast.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
You'll find some of the best dining and shopping on Oak Street, which sits just south of the Gold Coast and runs into Lake Shore Drive. A leisurely stroll along Oak will take you to some of Chicago’s most luxurious designers and names, like Harry Winston, Dior, and Jimmy Choo.
After shopping, you can dine in some of Chicago's most exclusive restaurants. Stop in
Le Colonial Chicago to feast on upscale French-Vietnamese fusion in a stunningly Insta-worthy setting, or venture around the corner to Rush Street, where you'll find
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse, a perfect eatery offering surf and turf dishes in a swanky, old-school setting.
Nico Osteria is just across the street inside the Thompson Hotel. This famous Italian restaurant has a wine list that's as impressive as the food. End your night in the posh
Maple & Ash, a sophisticated steak house with a beautiful martini lounge.
Things to Do
Living in the Gold Coast puts you right on the shores of Lake Michigan. Lakefront access means you can be at the Navy Pier in minutes, enjoying its rides and shops or just soaking up the summer sunshine. Rush Street is moments away, too, and is home to some of the finest restaurants in Chicago — and maybe even the world! It's also the scene of the Gold Coast's best nightlife, and you'll find the area buzzing with live music and dancing all week long.
After a night out on Rush Street, you can stroll through the Gold Coast's quieter neighborhoods and admire the stunning historic architecture. The Charnley-Persky House Museum is an excellent visit for anyone interested in architecture. Homes like these are beautifully preserved and tell the tale of Chicago's storied past.