Lincoln Square is a community northwest of Lakeview that has its borders from Foster to the north, Montrose to the south, Damen to the east and the Chicago River to the west. The neighborhood encompasses the smaller communities of Ravenswood Gardens, Ravenswood Manor, Bowmanville and Budlong Woods.

Lincoln Square is known for its German Heritage, which is reflected in the shops, dining, architecture, and is home to Chicago branches of DANK (the German-American National Congress) and the Niedersachsen Club. The area does have a growing middle-eastern and Thai community located at the neighborhood’s center. Lincoln square also features trendier new shops and dining options as well as the famous Old Town School of Folk music, where many famous musical artists come to preform.

The neighborhood is filled with many vintage multi-units and newer single family homes. The area continues to gentrify and has many new construction options. Another area known for its green, the area contains lots of larger grass and tree filled lots.