Michael LaFido

Gold Coast

Gold Coast boasts lively beaches, internationally-renowned boutiques, incredible cuisine, and vibrant nightlife, as well as beautiful parks and attractions.
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Welcome to Gold Coast

When you reach the Gold Coast, you know you have arrived. In one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in America, you’ll find some of the city’s most famous residents and the world-class real estate they call home.

Within one square mile, the Gold Coast boasts lively beaches, internationally-renowned boutiques, incredible cuisine, and vibrant nightlife, as well as beautiful parks and attractions.

Residents live among the best experiences the city has to offer – a venture down Michigan Avenue, a day at the beach, shopping along Oak Street, dinner at an award-winning restaurant, or cocktails with a view atop the building formerly known as the Hancock Tower.

From the stately mansions on Astor Street to the magnificent high-rises overlooking the lake, the Gold Coast features a surprising variety of housing choices. In addition to the historic apartment buildings that line Lake Shore Drive, there are walk-ups, townhomes, and a number of contemporary high-rises with all the modern amenities.

​​​​​​​For those heading to work downtown, their “commute” is a quick journey down Michigan Avenue or an even faster ride on a CTA bus or train.

Overview for Gold Coast, IL

40,954 people live in Gold Coast, where the median age is 33.4 and the average individual income is $92,334. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

40,954

Total Population

33.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$92,334

Average individual Income

Around Gold Coast, IL

There's plenty to do around Gold Coast, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
90
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
84
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Gilty Pig, Union Handmade, and Loro Piana - Chicago.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
The Gilty Pig Logo
Dining 4.11 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Union Handmade Logo
Shopping 3.89 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Loro Piana - Chicago Logo
Shopping 0.51 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Chicago Kettlebell Club Logo
Active 2.05 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Mind Body Defense Logo
Active 3.69 miles 24 reviews 5/5 stars
The SKEE League Logo
Active 1.34 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Gold Coast, IL

Population Households Employment

Gold Coast has 24,277 households, with an average household size of 1.61. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gold Coast do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 40,954 people call Gold Coast home. The population density is 25,407.19 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

40,954

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33.4

Median Age

47.7 / 52.3%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
24,277

Total Households

1.61

Average Household Size

$92,334

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Gold Coast, IL

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Gold Coast. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Ogden Elementary School
24 W Walton St, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
PreK - 9th
3/5
CICS - Quest North Campus
1443 N Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
160 W Wendell St, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
2/5
Payton College Preparatory High School
1034 N Wells St, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Skinner North Elementary School
640 W Scott St, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
K - 9th
5/5
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center
225 W Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
Manierre Elementary School
1420 N Hudson Ave, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
PreK - 9th
1/5
Noble St Charter-The Noble Academy
1443 N Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL, 60610
PUBLIC
8th - 12th
4/5
Cornerstone Academy
1111 N Wells St Ste 403 Fl 4, Chicago, IL, 60610
PRIVATE
10th - 12th
No rating available
Lincoln Park Preschool And Kindergarten
108 W Germania Pl, Chicago, IL, 60610
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
Skinner Elementary School
111 S Throop St, Chicago, IL, 60607
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
5/5
The Latin School Of Chicago
59 W N Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60610
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Chicago Grammar School
900 N Franklin St Ste 104, Chicago, IL, 60610
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available

Browse Listings in the Area

For Sale
MLS® 10921475
MLS #: 10921475

$15,750,000

3 W Burton Place, Chicago, IL 60610
6 Beds 10.5 Baths 20,002 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 11921426
MLS #: 11921426

$14,400,000

65 E Goethe Street Unit: 3, Chicago, IL 60610
7 Beds 9.5 Baths 12,435 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 11856710
MLS #: 11856710

$13,900,000

209 E LAKE SHORE Drive Unit: 14, Chicago, IL 60611
7 Beds 8 Baths 12,250 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 09331880
MLS #: 09331880

$12,500,000

9 W Walton Street Unit: 3500, CHICAGO, IL 60610
5 Beds 5.5 Baths 7,100 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 08795201
MLS #: 08795201

$10,375,000

189 E LAKE SHORE Drive Unit: PH18, CHICAGO, IL 60611
5 Beds 5.5 Baths 7,662 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 11902703
MLS #: 11902703

$9,300,000

65 E GOETHE Street Unit: 8N, Chicago, IL 60610
6 Beds 5 Baths 9,000 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 08958204
MLS #: 08958204

$11,700,000

11 E Walton Street Unit: 5200, CHICAGO, IL 60611
4 Beds 4.5 Baths
Sold
MLS® 11622760
MLS #: 11622760

$9,400,000

11 E Walton Street Unit: 5500, Chicago, IL 60611
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 6,400 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 09836441
MLS #: 09836441

$12,100,000

9 W Walton Street Unit: 2100, CHICAGO, IL 60610
7 Beds 7.5 Baths 10,000 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 06439159
MLS #: 06439159

$11,000,000

1250 N LAKE SHORE Drive, CHICAGO, IL 60610
7 Beds 8.5 Baths 15,400 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 11475069
MLS #: 11475069

$10,225,000

11 E Walton Street Unit: 3700, Chicago, IL 60610
5 Beds 6 Baths 7,400 Sq.Ft.
Sold
MLS® 10299738
MLS #: 10299738

$11,274,395

9 W Walton Street Unit: 3100, CHICAGO, IL 60610
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 7,085 Sq.Ft.

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Throughout his career, Michael learned the importance of high-caliber marketing versus “traditional marketing”, which has become pivotal to his success. Over the past twenty years, LaFido and his team have developed a method that takes a more comprehensive, and proactive approach when positioning and marketing a home.

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Contact Details

Michael LaFido
Phone: (630) 674-3488
Email: [email protected]
Address 939 W. North Ave. Suite #750, ​​​​​​​Chicago, IL 60642
Michael is the founder of the Marketing Luxury Group. The Marketing Luxury Group assists other real estate agents and affluent home owners by providing turnkey services including "lifestyle marketing', consulting, and PR services to help agents and owners sell their luxury homes using our proven and reputable strategies and specializing in Luxury listings as an eXp Realty agent.

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