Why Live in Wrightwood
Wrightwood, a neighborhood in Chicago, features rows of modest workers’ cottages and Georgian-style homes, each with unique materials and color schemes that add personality. Mature trees and streetlights line the sidewalks, creating a pleasant walking environment. Francis Hayes Park, located centrally, offers 20 acres of recreational space including six baseball diamonds, a playground, and a community center with a gym and pool. Nearby, Dan Ryan Woods provides paved paths for walking and biking, as well as winter activities like sledding and cross-country skiing. Jacques Marquette Park to the north includes basketball and tennis courts, and a 9-hole golf course. Dining options on Western Avenue include Nicky’s Family Restaurant and Pancake House, Vito and Nick’s Pizzeria, and Q’s Tips and Wings. Grocery shopping is convenient with Meijer and Walmart Supercenter 2 miles away, and additional options at Evergreen Plaza Shopping Center 2.5 miles away. While Wrightwood itself hosts few events, residents can enjoy nearby Evergreen Park’s summer concerts and Independence Day celebrations. Public transportation is accessible with buses on major avenues and the Wrightwood Metra station providing routes to downtown Chicago. For drivers, 79th Street connects to I-94 and Chicago Midway International Airport, 6.5 miles away. The closest hospital, OSF HealthCare Little Company of Mary Medical Center, is 3 miles away. Students attend Chicago Public Schools, with William J. Bogan High School offering International Baccalaureate classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wrightwood a good place to live?
Wrightwood is a good place to live. Wrightwood is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Wrightwood has 9 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.3 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $80,135 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 28.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Wrightwood are home owners, with 20.2% of residents renting and 79.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wrightwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wrightwood neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wrightwood?
The median home price in Wrightwood is $650,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $130,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,360 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $144K a year to afford the median home price in Wrightwood. The average household income in Wrightwood is $80K.
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Home Trends in Wrightwood, IL
On average, homes in Wrightwood, Chicago sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wrightwood, Chicago over the last 12 months is $415,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$415,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$274,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,280,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$604
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Median List Price
$650,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%