Why Live in Eagle Heights
Eagle Heights in Elgin offers a blend of mid-century charm and modern convenience. The neighborhood's residential streets, branching off Royal Boulevard, feature homes primarily built in the 60s and 70s, with styles ranging from ranch to split-level, often adorned with vinyl, wood-clad, or stone exteriors. These homes, set on quarter- to half-acre lots, are complemented by narrow sidewalks shaded by old-growth trees. Local amenities include Eagle Heights Park, with playgrounds and open fields, and Wing Park, a mile east, which boasts a 9-hole golf course and the Wing Park Family Aquatic Center. For dining, Carmina’s Mexican Restaurant and Banquets and Big Skillet Restaurant and Pancake House are popular nearby options. Shopping needs are met at Butera Market and the retailers along South Randall Road, 4 miles southwest. The neighborhood is well-connected, with Interstate 90 just 2 miles northeast, providing access to Chicago O'Hare International Airport 26 miles away and downtown Chicago 48 miles away. Public transportation includes the Big Timber Road Metra Station and several PACE Bus stops. The area hosts events like the Downtown Elgin Market and Nightmare On Chicago Street, adding to the list of things to do. While local schools hold average ratings, private options like Harvest Christian Academy and St. Thomas More Private School are within 2 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eagle Heights a good place to live?
Eagle Heights is a good place to live. Eagle Heights is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Eagle Heights has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $97,753 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 27.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Eagle Heights are renters, with 50.4% of residents renting and 49.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Eagle Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Eagle Heights neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Eagle Heights?
The median home price in Eagle Heights is $344,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Eagle Heights. The average household income in Eagle Heights is $98K.
What are the best public schools in Eagle Heights?
The best public schools that serve Eagle Heights are:
What are the best private schools in Eagle Heights?
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Home Trends in Eagle Heights, IL
On average, homes in Eagle Heights, Elgin sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Eagle Heights, Elgin over the last 12 months is $352,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$352,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$353,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$344,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%