$499,446Average Value$239Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A central Palatine community
Located adjacent to Hicks Road and the Palatine Bike Trail, Willow Wood embodies the woodsy suburban vibe that homeowners enjoy in many of Chicago's northwest suburbs. This neighborhood is geographically central within the greater Palatine community, so connecting with the rest of the town is simple. Big-box shopping, well-kept parks and Metra access are a quick drive or walk down the sidewalks that trace past each home. "When potential homebuyers consider Palatine, they are looking at schools," says Nancy Funteas, Realtor with @properties concentrated in Arlington Heights and nearby areas. "The community fits a wide range of housing budgets, and there are nice parks nearby and a golf course."
Willow Wood’s split-level and ranch-style homes were built in the 1960s and 1970s.
Welcome to Willow Wood.
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Headed to Palatine High School
Willow Wood falls under Community Consolidated School District No. 15. Kids can get started at Virginia Lake Elementary School and transfer to Walter R. Sundling Jr. High School—both of which earn B-plus grades from Niche—or attend nearby private options like St. Thomas Of Villanova School or St. Theresa School for kindergarten through eighth grade. Palatine High School ranks among the top-performing schools in the Chicagoland area and earns an overall A from Niche. Founded in 1875 as the first public high school in the northwest suburbs, Palatine High is also the magnet school for the district's special education program.
Welcome to Palatine High School.
Signage to Walter R. Sundling Jr. High School
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Afternoons in Willowwood Park and bike trail walks
At the heart of the neighborhood is Willowwood Park, 4 acres of green space featuring a mulched playground and an elaborate play area with toy tree stumps and climbing structures. Neighbors can practice jump shots at the basketball courts or pitching at the baseball fields. Meanwhile, tennis and pickleball enthusiasts head to nearby Locust Park, which also offers pedestrian paths for biking, walking or jogging. Folks also enjoy the asphalt Palatine Bike Trail, which traces through several communities and borders the golf course—and they head to Palatine's expansive Deer Grove Forest Preserve to fully immerse in nature. The Palatine Hills Golf Course and Clubhouse, an 18-hole green with pond views and a charming pedestrian bridge, sits northwest of the community.
The meandering Palatine Bike Trail through Willow Wood is also great for walking.
The Palatine Hills Golf Course and Clubhouse sits northwest of the community.
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Events at the local library and in Towne Square
Willow Wood residents are just around the corner from the well-loved Palatine Public Library, which was renovated in 2021 and hosts events from embroidery classes and baby storytime to ESL read-alongs and blood drives. "There's live music and food at the Palatine Street Fest too," says Funteas. "It's an annual outdoor event that takes place in August." With food trucks and beer vendors, this anticipated celebration takes place in Historic Palatine's Towne Square and buzzes with local rock and 80s cover bands singing their signature tunes. The square becomes a venue for the community's highly anticipated Oktoberfest celebration in September. German music, craft beer and cuisines are highlights of the event.
Computers are available for locals at the Palatine Library District.
Gazebo located in Palatine Towne Square is a perfect spot to relax in downtown area.
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Willow Wood's local grocers and nearby dining options
The expansive Mariano's on Hicks Road is literal steps from the Willow Wood community, making for quick grocery runs. The weekly Palatine Farmers Market offers even more organic and local options. Jewel-Osco and other retail options like TJMaxx and ALDI are available at Deer Grove Centre to the north of the community. Willow Wood locals also have a plethora of options for dining out, from the famous deep dish at their local Lou Malnati's Pizzeria to other Italian classics at Gianni's Cafe to laid-back fare and live music at Durty Nellie's Gastropub and Concert Hub. Most of the local eateries sit close to Hicks Road or line the Metra tracks in Historic Palatine.
You can get fresh fruit and produce at the Marianos near the Willow Wood neighborhood.
Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters are located inside a Metra Station building.
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Colonial revivals and split-levels in Willow Wood
While surrounded by commercial and social hotspots, Willow Wood itself is primarily a residential pocket. Midsize Colonial revivals and split-level homes were first constructed in the 1960s and 1970s; some maintain their vintage elements, while others have been renovated to include mid-century modern notes. Homes sit on sleepy streets with sidewalks edging along well-maintained lawns for an easy walk to Willowwood Park. These homes rarely stay on the market for long, but once available, prices range from $350,000 to $700,000.
There are a number of ranch and split level homes in the Willow Wood neighborhood.
At Willow Wood home prices range from $350,000 to $700,000.
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Willow Wood Metra and highway access
U.S. Route 14 skirts the southwestern edge of town, giving commuters access to the neighboring towns of Arlington Heights and Inverness. Palatine's Metra station offers a reliable means of getting into Chicago for work or play; the trip typically takes an hour and a half. Drivers merge onto Interstate 290 or Interstate 90 to reach downtown in 32 miles.
Palatine Metra Station is a convenient way for residents of Willow Wood to commute to Chicago.
U.S. Route 14 skirts the southwestern edge of Willow Wood.
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Palatine's global connections
Palatine is a proud sister city to Fontenay-le-Comte, France. Willow Wood residents enjoy a French-influenced market experience at the Palatine Farmers Market, while students in the neighborhood interested in pursuing French studies are eligible to win scholarships sponsored by the Sister Cities Association of Palatine.
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Parks in this Area
Oak Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Cherrywood Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Sycamore Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Football
Willow Wood Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
Locust Park
Bike Trails
Tennis
Trails
Palatine Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Deer Grove-East
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
27 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Willow Wood
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 Willow Wood, Palatine sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Willow Wood, Palatine over the last 12 months is $504,250, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$522,500
Median Single Family Price
$520,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
35%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
384
Median Year Built
1969
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,112
Median Age
48
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$121,738
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,207
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.4%
College Graduates
59.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34/ 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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