You probably weren’t looking for River Village. Most buyers aren’t. Tucked between downtown, River North, West Town, and the river, this gated townhome community remains one of the Near North Side’s most overlooked pockets. People love to say “walking distance.” Walking distance to what? A park you’ll actually use. A peaceful stretch of river walk. Skinner North. Coffee. Dinner. Groceries. The places that make daily life easier, not just a listing description longer. What makes River Village special isn’t just where it sits. It’s how it feels. One neighbor told me her kids run freely through the courtyard because everyone knows their neighbors. “We’re all each other’s babysitters.” In a city where many people know their doorman better than their neighbors, that’s becoming rare. 952 N. Crosby begins with something equally rare: your own front door. No obligatory hellos. No lobby. No shared hallway. Inside, the living space centers on a fireplace with built-ins, while designer lighting, quartz countertops with a waterfall edge, and an elongated subway-tile backsplash give the home a polished, contemporary feel. The thoughtful layout offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, balancing shared living spaces with comfortable separation when you need it. Heated garage parking eliminates winter headaches, while the rooftop is ready for morning coffee, summer dinners, or whatever you’ve imagined outdoor city living should be. And don’t forget the koi pond in the front yard. You probably weren’t looking for River Village. Maybe that’s the point. WalkScore 91 | TransitScore 79 | BikeScore 77 | 8-minute Uber, 24-minute L ride, or a 14-minute cycle to The Loop | 4 Divvy stations within 0.3 mi | 0.4 mi to the Chicago Brown/Purple Line station | The 66/70/8/37 bus lines are within 0.5 mi or closer.