Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Evanston a good place to live?
West Evanston is a good place to live. West Evanston is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with good transit options. West Evanston is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. West Evanston has 13 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 36. The average household income is $81,384 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 36.7% of residents. A majority of residents in West Evanston are home owners, with 48.2% of residents renting and 51.8% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving West Evanston can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our West Evanston neighborhood guide.
Is West Evanston, IL a safe neighborhood?
West Evanston, IL is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in West Evanston?
The median home price in West Evanston is $494,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $98,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.46%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,490 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $107K a year to afford the median home price in West Evanston. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in West Evanston is $81K.
What are the best public schools in West Evanston?
The best public schools that serve West Evanston are:
- Evanston Township High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Dewey Elementary School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Lincolnwood Elementary School has an A Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
What are the best private schools in West Evanston?
The best private schools that serve West Evanston are:
- St Athanasius Elementary School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Pope John XXIII School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- The Academy at St. Joan of Arc has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
What are the most popular zip codes in West Evanston, Evanston, IL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near West Evanston, Evanston, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near West Evanston, Evanston, IL are Downtown Evanston, North Skokie, Northeast Evanston, Central Street and Southeast Evanston.
