The Best Public Tennis & Pickleball Courts in Chicago (and Apartments Nearby)

November 11, 2025

Chicago is a city that thrives on sports, and tennis and pickleball are two of the fastest-growing activities here. Whether you’re a beginner picking up a paddle or an experienced player looking for competition, there are plenty of public tennis courts in Chicago and brand-new pickleball courts in Chicago waiting for you.

Even better? If you live in a Reside Living Chicago apartment, many of the city’s best courts are just steps away from home. Here’s a guide to the top places to play - and the nearby apartments that make living an active lifestyle simple.

Pickleball court at sunset

Maggie Daley Park – Tennis & Pickleball Downtown

  • Why play here: Six tennis courts with stunning skyline views and a dedicated pickleball court open weekday mornings.

  • Best for: Visitors or residents who want the ultimate downtown Chicago court experience.


  • Nearby apartments: Reside Living’s Gold Coast apartments are a quick ride away, offering urban living with easy access to these premier downtown tennis courts in Chicago.
Tennis player in red dress, holding ball and racket on blue court.

Lincoln Park Waveland Tennis Courts – Largest in Chicago

  • Why play here: With 20 courts right along the lakefront, it’s one of the biggest hubs for tennis in the city.

  • Best for: Players who want open space, walk-up play, and a lakefront vibe.

  • Nearby apartments: Reside at Belmont Harbor, Reside on Barry, and Reside 707 put you within walking distance of these Lakeview tennis courts making it easy to play daily.
Boy in red shirt hitting a pickleball with a paddle, playing against a girl.

Oz Park – Neighborhood Tennis & Pickleball

  • Why play here: Four well-maintained courts plus pickleball nets, all tucked inside one of Lincoln Park’s most charming green spaces.



  • Best for: Neighborhood games and community-friendly play.


  • Nearby apartments: Lincoln Park apartments are just blocks away, ideal for anyone who wants to live near Lincoln Park pickleball courts and public tennis courts in Chicago.
Blue tennis courts with green surrounding areas, black poles, and a black fence.

Grant Park Pickleball & Tennis Courts – Brand New Facilities

  • Why play here: Opened in 2023, Grant Park now boasts six tennis courts and sixteen lighted pickleball courts near the lakefront.

  • Best for: Pickleball lovers looking for Chicago’s newest and most scenic courts.



  • Nearby apartments: Reside Living’s Gold Coast apartments offer easy access to Grant Park, making it simple to enjoy the best pickleball courts in Chicago.
Two men playing pickleball indoors; one ready to hit ball, other watches. Net in foreground.

Indoor Pickleball in Chicago – Play Year-Round

  • SPF (Social • Pickleball • Fun): A massive indoor facility in Lincoln Park with multiple courts, a café, and even glow-in-the-dark pickleball.

  • YMCA locations: Offer beginner-friendly indoor pickleball courts throughout the city.



  • Nearby apartments: Reside Living’s Lakeview and Lincoln Park apartments put you just minutes away from indoor courts so you can play no matter the weather.
Chicago skyline with the Cloud Gate sculpture (the Bean) in the foreground, at dusk. Skyscrapers in the background.

Live Near Chicago’s Best Courts with Reside Living

Living at a Reside Living apartment in Chicago means more than just a great home, it’s about lifestyle. From Lincoln Park apartments near Oz Park to Lakeview apartments by Waveland’s tennis courts, you’ll always be close to the action.

Whether your passion is tennis, pickleball, or simply enjoying the outdoors, Reside Living helps you balance comfort at home with an active, connected lifestyle.


Looking for an apartment near Chicago’s best tennis and pickleball courts?
Explore Reside Living apartments today and find your perfect match.


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