The Pilsen & Bridgeport area covers 5 of Chicago’s 77 community areas: Lower West Side, South Lawndale, Armour Square, Bridgeport and McKinley Park. It includes popular neighborhoods such as Pilsen, Little Village, Chinatown, Bridgeport and McKinley Park.
This is one of Are You Chi’s 12 regions, a way to browse the city by the names people actually use. It is not an official City of Chicago division; the official units are the 77 community areas.
Community areas and neighborhoods in this area
| Community area | Popular neighborhoods | Best-of guides |
|---|---|---|
| Lower West Side (#31) | Pilsen, East Pilsen, Heart of Chicago, Heart of Italy | Best of Pilsen |
| South Lawndale (#30) | Little Village, Marshall Square | — |
| Armour Square (#34) | Chinatown, Wentworth Gardens, Armour Square | Best of Chinatown |
| Bridgeport (#60) | Bridgeport | Best of Bridgeport |
| McKinley Park (#59) | McKinley Park; historic subareas Mt. Pleasant and Ducktown | — |
Best of the Pilsen & Bridgeport area
Frequently asked questions
Which neighborhoods are in the Pilsen & Bridgeport area?
Popular neighborhoods here include Pilsen, Little Village, Chinatown, Bridgeport and McKinley Park. The table above lists every neighborhood by community area.
How many community areas are in the Pilsen & Bridgeport area?
5: Lower West Side, South Lawndale, Armour Square, Bridgeport and McKinley Park.
Is this an official Chicago region?
No. Are You Chi groups the 77 official community areas into 12 regions named after well-known neighborhoods. For the City’s own units, see the community areas guide.
Nearby areas
Related guides
Sources
- Community areas of Chicago (Wikipedia)
- Neighborhood names come from each linked community area guide, which lists its own sources.
Last updated: October 31, 2026