Why Live in Arlington Highlands
Arlington Highlands in Arlington Heights offers a variety of recreational options and amenities. Sunset Meadows Park, located a mile northwest, features athletic fields, a sledding hill, and trails for biking and walking. Golfers can enjoy the nearby Arlington Lakes Golf Club, while nature enthusiasts can visit Busse Woods, just 2 miles southwest, for wooded trails, fishing, and kayaking. The neighborhood primarily consists of split-level and ranch-style homes from the mid-to-late 20th century, with some Tudor-style and New Traditional homes. Sidewalks and tree-lined streets add to the community's charm. Students attend highly rated schools, including Dryden Elementary, Westgate Elementary, South Middle School, and Rolling Meadows High School, which offers Career and Technical Education programs. Local events such as Harmony Fest’s Taste of Arlington Heights and the Arlington Heights Farmers Market provide community engagement opportunities. Interstate 294 is 2 miles south, offering access to Chicago O’Hare International Airport and downtown Chicago. The Arlington Heights Metra Station provides convenient public transit into the city. Dining options along Arlington Heights Road include Madurai Kitchen and Peggy Kinnane’s Irish Restaurant & Pub, with more choices available downtown. Shopping is accessible at Woodfield Mall, 4 miles southwest. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average, contributing to its appeal for potential home buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arlington Highlands a good place to live?
Arlington Highlands is a good place to live. Arlington Highlands is considered car-dependent and bikeable. Arlington Highlands is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Arlington Highlands has 7 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 48. The average household income is $130,104 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 48.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Arlington Highlands are home owners, with 21% of residents renting and 79% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Arlington Highlands, IL a safe neighborhood?
Arlington Highlands, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Arlington Highlands?
The median home price in Arlington Highlands is $377,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $75,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Arlington Highlands. The average household income in Arlington Highlands is $130K.
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Home Trends in Arlington Highlands, IL
On average, homes in Arlington Highlands, Arlington Heights sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Arlington Highlands, Arlington Heights over the last 12 months is $730,000, up 68% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$730,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$377,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,368,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$319
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$377,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
68%