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Gold Coast extends from Lake Michigan to LaSalle (150W) and Oak Street (1000N) to North Ave. (1600N). It includes zip codes 60610 and 60611.
Gold Coast’s history dates back to 1882. Founder, Potter Palmer, bought land covered by little more than frog ponds on what would later become north Lake Shore Drive. Gold Coast is famous with its expensive high rises, brownstones, and mansions with wonderful view of Lake Michigan only minutes from downtown. The average home price is $680,000. The name "Gold Coast" refers to the African coast of the same name and also it has the second suggestive meaning of the wealth of its residents.
The Magnificient Miler is one of the most well-known shopping areas in the world. The most elite designer clothing, are sold in classy boutiques in this area. Chicago's number one tourist attraction, Navy Pier, claims residence at the Gold Coast. The John Hancock Center and Water Tower Place are also located at the Gold Coast. The Museum of Contemporary Art is a popular attraction in this area as well and showcases many contemporary fine artists, as well as a gorgeous outdoor sculpture garden.
CTA buses run along all major streets including Michigan Avenue, State Street, Clark Street, Division Street and Chicago Avenue. There are two El Red Line stops at Grand and Chicago.