Why Live in Dunning
Dunning, located on Chicago’s northwest side, offers a quieter suburban feel while still being 15 miles from the Chicago Loop. The neighborhood is known for its tree-lined streets and diverse housing options, including pre-1940s Chicago-style bungalows, Cape Cods, Georgian bricks, and modern new constructions. Single-family homes, apartments, and condos are almost evenly distributed, with most houses situated south of Irving Park Road and condos near Wilbur Wright College. Residents enjoy local amenities such as Shabbona Park, which features softball and baseball fields, tennis courts, a playground, and an indoor swimming pool. Merrimac Park and the Dunning-Read Natural Area provide additional recreational opportunities, including hiking and various sports programs. For dining, Eli’s Cheesecake Company is a notable highlight, offering the famous Chicago-style cheesecake, while BarTucci Homemade Italian Food and Dunning Pour House are popular local spots. Shopping is convenient with Harlem Irving Plaza and Norridge Commons nearby, housing stores like Target, Hobby Lobby, and Amazon Fresh Grocery Store. The neighborhood is well-connected with access to interstates 294, 90, and 290, and is 7 miles from O’Hare International Airport. Public transportation options include Metra stops and numerous bus routes. Dunning is safer than the national average, providing a welcoming environment for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dunning a good place to live?
Dunning is a good place to live. Dunning is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Dunning has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.2 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $92,134 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Dunning are home owners, with 26.6% of residents renting and 73.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Dunning can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Dunning neighborhood guide.
Is Dunning, IL a safe neighborhood?
Dunning, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Dunning?
The median home price in Dunning is $399,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Dunning. The average household income in Dunning is $92K.
What are the best public schools in Dunning?
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Home Trends in Dunning, IL
On average, homes in Dunning, Chicago sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dunning, Chicago over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$414,900
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$549,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$205
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$399,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
28%