Why Live in Heatherstone
Heatherstone, a small suburban neighborhood in Beach Park, is located less than a mile northeast of Waukegan National Airport. This planned community features uniform homes with neutral exteriors in white, beige, and tan, constructed in the early 2000s. The neighborhood includes new traditional and colonial-inspired styles, along with townhomes. Heatherstone's residential landscape is characterized by sidewalks, maintained lawns, and single trees in each yard, contributing to a cohesive look. North Cambridge Boulevard leads to the Carillon of Heatherstone, a gated 55-plus community with a clubhouse and pool. Local points of interest include Illinois Beach State Park, known for its 5-mile trail and wildlife, and Thunderhawk Golf Club, offering a challenging course for golfers. The neighborhood park at North Cambridge Boulevard and West Wakefield Drive features a playground and a little free library. Dining options are a short drive away, with The Shanty Restaurant and Captain Porky’s located 3.5 miles east on West Wadsworth Road. For shopping, residents can visit Yorkhouse Commons, 3 miles southeast, home to Jewel-Osco and Target. Heatherstone is equidistant from Chicago and Milwaukee, both 45 miles away via I-94, and 35.6 miles from Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Vista Medical Center is 8.6 miles away via North Sheridan Road. While the neighborhood enjoys a quiet atmosphere, occasional noise from overhead planes due to its proximity to Waukegan National Airport may be a consideration for some residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heatherstone a good place to live?
Heatherstone is a good place to live. Heatherstone is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Heatherstone is a suburban neighborhood. Heatherstone has 9 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.8 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $104,400 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 26.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Heatherstone are home owners, with 11.6% of residents renting and 88.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Heatherstone can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Heatherstone neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Heatherstone?
The median home price in Heatherstone is $615,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $123,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,180 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $136K a year to afford the median home price in Heatherstone. The average household income in Heatherstone is $104K.
What are the best public schools in Heatherstone?
The best public schools that serve Heatherstone are:
What are the best private schools in Heatherstone?
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Home Trends in Heatherstone, IL
On average, homes in Heatherstone, Beach Park sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Heatherstone, Beach Park over the last 12 months is $584,000, up 101% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$584,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$567,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$620,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,450,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$165,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$333
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Median List Price
$615,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
101%