No. 284:  Wicker Park

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Before and after, 1977-- 2005.  The now gentrified neighborhood.

Wicker Park, Chicago, gang graffiti

One of the two buildings remains, cleaned up, but still with original doorway.

Wicker Park, Chicago, gentrified housing

One new condo claims former gang turf with the warning in the basement window for those who may want to come back!

Wicker Park, Chicago, K-9 dogs protect gentry