Welcome to Bronzeville

A vibrant neighborhood, full of history, just a few minutes south of downtown Chicago along the shores of Lake Michigan.

Bronzeville is a burgeoning Chicago neighborhood that has been home to several important historical figures, including legendary musician Louis Armstrong, Pulitzer Prize-winner Gwendolyn Brooks, and infamous civil rights activist Ida B. Wells.

A vibrant community filled with proud residents and rich historic architecture, Bronzeville offers several monuments, memorials, buildings, and museums to see and tour. The area is well-known for its delectable comfort food, making a visit to Bronzeville incomplete without trying their famous chicken and waffles or juicy ribs.

Bronzeville also boasts a diverse business community where visitors can enjoy historic landmarks, listen to jazz and gospel music, as well as visit an array of well-known restaurants and nightlife.

Lake Meadows Shopping Center

A sprawling 170,000 square foot outdoor shopping destination next-door to Lake Meadows Apartments.

Lake Meadows Shopping Center is conveniently located at 35th & South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, one block south of Lake Meadows Apartments. There is plenty of free parking, and your favorite shops, eateries and service businesses are all here, including:

  • Jewel-Osco
  • Walgreens Pharmacy
  • LA Fitness
  • Sola Salon Studios
  • Culver’s
  • Taco Bell
  • Home Run Inn Pizza
  • Wing Stop
  • And much more …

 

Other Points of Interest

Transportation

• I-90 Expressway
• Bronzeville-IIT Green Line Station
• Sox-35th Red Line Station

Schools

• University of Chicago
• The Illinois Institute of Technology
• Illinois College of Optometry

Parks and Recreation

• Lake Meadows Park
• 31st Street Harbor
• Dunbar Park

Other Points of Interest

Transportation

• I-90 Expressway
• Bronzeville-IIT Green Line Station
• Sox-35th Red Line Station

Schools

• University of Chicago
• The Illinois Institute of Technology
• Illinois College of Optometry

Parks and Recreation

• Lake Meadows Park
• 31st Street Harbor
• Dunbar Park

Other Points of Interest

Transportation

• I-90 Expressway
• Bronzeville-IIT Green Line Station
• Sox-35th Red Line Station

Schools

• University of Chicago
• The Illinois Institute of Technology
• Illinois College of Optometry

Parks and Recreation

• Lake Meadows Park
• 31st Street Harbor
• Dunbar Park

"Nice community with activities provided by management., such as movies, grab n go breakfast. Common areas are kept clean. Safe area for walking. Grocery and drugstore within walking distance. Overall satisfied."

Lake Meadows Resident

"Lake Meadows is a great community with a convenient location. Easy access to public transportation and highways. Walking distance to stores, restaurants, parks, gym and the beach. I appreciate how maintenance is always prompt in responding to all request."

Lake Meadows Resident

"Beautiful area with lot of greens and quieter surroundings. Building itself has everything from gym to laundry area to community center. The best part is parking. Parking has so much available compared to downtown that's make here best."

Lake Meadows Resident

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