North Frankfort is a residential area neatly divided by two major roadways. It’s a quiet area named in many publications as one of the more desirable suburbs of Chicago. Its historic downtown carries charming restaurants and many small businesses. Community engagement thrives as it hosts nearly two dozen events annually. All of this adds to North Frankfort's nickname, the “Jewel of the South Suburbs.”
North Frankfort comes with a comforting mixture of housing styles. “You have a mix of Victorian-type homes and farm-style houses as well as contemporary,” Murphy says. “A mix of old and new construction.” Brick townhomes from the early 2000s are also common sightings. Mediterranean and Georgian-inspired stone mansions can be spotted around the neighborhood’s edges. More than half of residents have homes that lead to sidewalks. Exteriors carry manicured front lawns and attached garages. Prices come in a wide range. Townhouses can be priced at $350,000, then a large mansion can hit over $2 million.
Little ones can start their education at Grand Prairie Elementary from kindergarten through second grade. This B-plus-rated school adopted a “School within a School” concept. This means students stay within a colored-assigned community through their three years. Grades three through five are done at the A-rated Chelsea Intermediate School. This school continuously updates its building. Their newest renovations include new and improved classrooms and collaborative learning spaces. Hickory Creek Middle has an A on Niche. The school offers 13 clubs and activities. Diplomas can be earned from Lincoln Way East High School, which has an A-plus on Niche. Outside the classroom, the school has a competitive athletics program, with many of its 28 sports earning championship titles.
Residents have several options for parks and outdoor recreation. Old Plank Road Trail is a popular spot for locals to hike, bike or jog. The 21-mile recreation trail is known to have some rare nature species such as snowy campion, scurfy pea, or savanna blazing star. Main Park on the southwest end holds several fields for various sports. Then, the kiddos can enjoy their time on the playground. Indian Boundary Park has a baseball field, playground, and skate park. Kiddos can use their imagination at the KidsWorks Children Museum, which has several exhibits and weekly programs.
North Frankfort hosts several community events year-round. Walkers and runners can participate in the four 5k/10K runs. Frankfort Bluegrass Festival was awarded in 2019 by the International Bluegrass Association as “Event of the Year.” The two-day events include arts and crafts, workshops, and, of course, jamming tents. “Get Hooked on Frankfort” Fishing Derby is a day event in June that engages little ones in fishing while enjoying some of downtown Frankfort restaurant favorites. The Frankfort Fall Festival has been going on for over 55 years and draws 250,000 visitors around Labor Day weekend.
La Grange Road and Lincoln Highway hold most dining and retail establishments. “It’s more the charm of it. There are some nice restaurants within walking distance,” Murphy says. “Unique, small, family-owned store. A nice, charming area, not a lot of chains.” Enjoy a simple meal at KupAJoe Café. While sipping on morning brew, chow on an array of wraps, sandwiches, or salads. Dancing Marlin is on the north end of La Grange Road and specializes in steak and seafood. Sunday is a popular spot for them thanks to their “All you can Munch Brunch.” Get the grocery haul done at Jewel Osco and Mariano’s.
Those who must commute into the city can hop on the Metra at the Hickory Creek stop. From there, it’s about an hour's ride into the city. “Route 30 goes coast to coast; that’s Lincoln Highway,” Murphy says. “Route 45 goes to Wisconsin.” There, these routes connect to Interstates 80 and 57. Once on 57, it’s a 30-mile drive to the city.
Dave Goddard
Garry Real Estate
(585) 514-5663
126 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$795,000 Price
Colleen Dahlstrom
HomeSmart Realty Group
(815) 934-3173
9 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$254,900 Price
Tina Marie Mateja
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 998-4292
160 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$288,500 Price
Stacie McGlone
Always Home Real Estate Services LLC
(773) 923-2302
79 Total Sales
18 in North Frankfort
$260K - $520K Price Range
Timothy Good
Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
(708) 729-5961
195 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$460,000 Price
Lena Matariyeh
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(708) 729-6011
176 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$348,000 Price
On average, homes in North Frankfort, Frankfort sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in North Frankfort, Frankfort over the last 12 months is $526,900, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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