Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. If you’re looking for off-the-beaten-path, under-the-radar Chicago, head to Rogers Park. You’ll find architectural gems, authentic global eateries, and a cutting-edge theatre scene, all nestled in this welcoming lakefront enclave. Rogers Park is the first of Chicago's 77 community areas. Located 9 miles from the Loop, it is on the city's far north side on the shore of Lake Michigan Located on Chicago’s Far North Side, bordering the city of Evanston, Rogers Park sits adjacent to the Lake Michigan shoreline. With over 1 mile of public accessible beaches – most buffeted by strips of green space – much of the neighborhood is literally a barefoot trek to the sand.