Why Live in Berkley Square
Berkley Square in Arlington Heights, IL, offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle approximately 30 miles from Chicago. Developed in the late '60s to early '70s, the neighborhood features ranch-style, split-level, and two-story colonial-inspired homes, many with attached garages and spacious backyards. Residents enjoy a walkable community with well-maintained sidewalks and lush lawns. Local parks like Raven Park and Rand Berkley Park provide outdoor activities, while the nearby Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve offers hiking and cross-country skiing. Arlington Plaza, just outside the neighborhood, provides convenient shopping and dining options, including Trader Joe's and Palm Court. For more dining choices, locals can visit Crave Food Joynt & Pizza or head to central Arlington Heights. Berkley Square is home to highly rated schools, including Cooper Middle and Buffalo Grove High, which is ranked among the top public high schools in Illinois. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, contributing to its family-friendly atmosphere. Residents often drive to nearby destinations, with major employers like GE Healthcare Holdings and Infinite Convergence Solutions about a mile away. Hospitals such as Northwest Community Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital are within a 10-mile radius. Commuters can reach downtown Chicago via Interstate 294, though they should be aware of tolls and potential heavy traffic. For air travel, Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 17.5 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Berkley Square a good place to live?
Berkley Square is a good place to live. Berkley Square is considered very car-dependent and bikeable. Berkley Square is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Berkley Square has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.3 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $139,505 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Berkley Square are home owners, with 40.2% of residents renting and 59.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Berkley Square can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Berkley Square neighborhood guide.
Is Berkley Square, IL a safe neighborhood?
Berkley Square, 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 Berkley Square?
The median home price in Berkley Square is $254,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $50,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $56K a year to afford the median home price in Berkley Square. The average household income in Berkley Square is $140K.
What are the best public schools in Berkley Square?
The best public schools that serve Berkley Square are:
What are the best private schools in Berkley Square?
The best private schools that serve Berkley Square are:
- St Mary School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St. Viator High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- St Peter Lutheran School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
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Are home prices dropping in Berkley Square?
Yes, home prices in Berkley Square are down 29% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Berkley Square, IL
On average, homes in Berkley Square, Arlington Heights sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Berkley Square, Arlington Heights over the last 12 months is $256,000, down 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$256,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$221,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$356,250
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$166,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median List Price
$254,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-33%