Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edison Park a good place to live?
Edison Park is a good place to live, receiving 4.6 stars from its residents. Edison Park is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Edison Park has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 15.7 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $142,062 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 52.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Edison Park are home owners, with 23.9% of residents renting and 76.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Edison Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Edison Park neighborhood guide.
Is Edison Park, IL a safe neighborhood?
Edison Park, 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 Edison Park?
The median home price in Edison Park is $462,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $92,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,250 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $96K a year to afford the median home price in Edison Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Edison Park is $142K.
What are the best public schools in Edison Park?
The best public schools that serve Edison Park are:
- Maine South High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Emerson Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Eugene Field Elementary School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
What are the best private schools in Edison Park?
The best private schools that serve Edison Park are:
- Embers Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St. Paul of the Cross School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- Brickton Montessori School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
What are the most popular zip codes in Edison Park, Chicago, IL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Edison Park, Chicago, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Edison Park, Chicago, IL are Norwood Park, O'Hare, Grennan Heights, Wildwood and Evergreen Estates.
