Jim Streff
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 389-2807
264 Total Sales
1 in La Grange Highlands
$697,000 Price
La Grange Highlands
Suburban Neighborhood in Countryside, Illinois
Cook County 60525
A quiet neighborhood that spreads across more than 600 acres, La Grange Highlands sits almost 700 feet above sea level. That’s 100 feet higher than Chicago’s Loop, which may not seem like a lot to some people, but it's a leg up in a region known for being quintessentially flat. It’s all about the perspective you take.
The community is primarily residential, with neat grid-like streets placing homes on lots that are sized at a half-acre or more. “La Grange Highlands is going to be ranches on oversized lots, so if you want that, this is the place to go,” says Realtor Bryan Bomba.
Most development has already occurred, so if you want an established place to live, La Grange Highlands can give you that sense of rootedness. However, you can still put your personal stamp on the map, says Bomba, noting that “some ranches are being torn down to make way for new construction.”
You also benefit from variety. Home prices extend from the $400,000s up to the $500,000 range. And within the ranch genre, you can find a range of aesthetic designs, from wood siding in cool tones to a mix of brick and wood materials in warm earth tones. Home construction dates are varied as well, from the early 1950s to the late 1970s. If you want something more modern and low maintenance, you can find brick condominiums and townhomes built during the late 1990s.
Directly across Old Route 66 is Theodore Stone Forest, which features over 140 acres of preserved prairieland, complete with trails. There’s even a small body of water — Lake Ida — so you can feel you’ve escaped from it all for a bit. When you’re ready for civilization again, make your way back to Old Route 66 and pick up some groceries at Tony’s Fresh Market, run errands at Walgreens or chew on savory Balkan rolls from Roka Bakehouse.
A pair of schools sit next to each other in the neighborhood, making it convenient to attend Highlands Elementary and then Highlands Middle. Highlands Elementary enrolls 500 students and has a big focus on recycling and ecology, not only teaching students about those subjects in its curriculum but also using recycled materials in class projects. The school garden was built after students sourced grants from Lowe’s, Whole Foods and a nationwide contest called Trees Rock. Highlands Middle enrolls 400 and has a similar emphasis on earthy subjects, with students learning about composting and pollinators. The school also offers several extracurriculars, from chess club to a student newspaper.
The two schools sit near Plainfield Road, a major thoroughfare that cuts diagonally through the neighborhood. Taking this east, you can quickly reach Jewel-Osco for your weekly grocery errands. You’ll also see a cluster of eclectic restaurants at 55th Street and South La Grange Road. Try the neighborhood favorite Tavern on La Grange – its menu is full of celebrity-named dishes like the Michael Jordan filet mignon sliders.
Bomba says that some people refer to La Grange Highlands as “sleepy,” but they mean that in the best way possible. It’s all about perspective. “People are here for the schools and the slower pace of life,” he says.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jim Streff
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Dawn McKenna
Dawn McKenna
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(708) 350-6729
766 Total Sales
1 in La Grange Highlands
$370,000 Price
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Kate Waddell
Kate Waddell
Responds QuicklyCompass
(833) 324-4312
532 Total Sales
1 in La Grange Highlands
$400,000 Price
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Cathy Bier
Cathy Bier
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(708) 350-6895
545 Total Sales
6 in La Grange Highlands
$387K - $615K Price Range
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Claire Popernik
Claire Popernik
Responds QuicklyCompass
(708) 834-6332
7 Total Sales
1 in La Grange Highlands
$310,000 Price
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Shelly Gubser
Shelly Gubser
Responds QuicklyCompass
(888) 614-7818
89 Total Sales
1 in La Grange Highlands
$500,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Timber Trails Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Countryside Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Springdale Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Ridgewood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
BlackHawk Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | La Grange Highlands | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in La Grange Highlands, Countryside sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in La Grange Highlands, Countryside over the last 12 months is $433,141, down 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$413,950
Median Single Family Price
$439,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$192,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Months of Supply
1.30
Median List Price
$427,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-16%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
867
Median Year Built
1953
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,466
Above the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
990
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,810
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 2711am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,710
Median Age
46
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$120,158
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,331
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
55.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.2%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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