Lakeview neighborhood covers the western half of Chicagos greater Lakeview area and is an exciting north side hotspot. Lakeview is packed with some of Chicagos best restaurants and a hip shopping district with cool fashions you won’t find anywhere else in the city. For live music, Lakeviews roster of venues and concert halls tops that of any other area in Chicago. Bands travel from around the world to play shows here. Tiny, dives with a stage in the back of the bar are just as established in the music scene as balconied theaters that seat thousands. Entertainment in Lakeview is not limited to musical artists there are a number of theatrical companies based in the neighborhood, too. Take your pick of comedy acts, avant-garde films, serious plays and original productions. Aside from being a hip Chicago destination, Lakeview is a sought-after place to buy real estate. The areas mid-rise condos and walkups are among the most valuable properties in the city.