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Burnside
Neighborhood Intelligence

Track building permits and civic data in one of Chicago's smallest South Side community areas.

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2,527
Population
$37,372
Median Income
$116,800
Median Home Value
1,252
Housing Units
47
Community Area
Based on 2023 ACS data
About Burnside

Burnside is one of the smallest community areas in Chicago by both area and population, located on the South Side and bounded by 87th Street to the north, 91st Street to the south, Cottage Grove Avenue to the east, and the railroad tracks to the west. The neighborhood was historically a working-class residential area tied to the nearby railroad yards and industrial operations.

Burnside's housing stock consists primarily of single-family homes, bungalows, and two-flats on compact residential blocks. The community area is largely residential with limited commercial activity. Major Metra and freight railroad lines border the neighborhood, and the 87th Street corridor provides access to commercial services in adjacent communities.

Boundaries
  • N 87th Street
  • S 91st Street
  • E Cottage Grove Avenue
  • W Railroad tracks
Transit
  • CTA Bus — #87 87th, #4 Cottage Grove
Landmarks
  • Burnside Park
  • 87th Street corridor
What CivicScout Tracks in Burnside
BLD
Building Permits

Burnside generates modest permit activity focused on residential renovation and maintenance. The neighborhood's small size means permit filings are less frequent than in larger community areas.

SAF
Safety & Crime Data

CivicScout tracks 311 reports, police incidents, and other public safety data across Burnside. The neighborhood generates 311 requests related to alley maintenance, street lighting, and general property upkeep.

ZON
Zoning Intelligence

Burnside is predominantly zoned for residential use (RS-2, RS-3), with limited commercial zoning along 87th Street. The railroad corridors carry industrial/transportation zoning.

RPT
Location Reports

Location reports for Burnside addresses include renovation permits, 311 requests, and zoning data. The neighborhood's compact size provides focused property-level civic records.

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