$1,025,000
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,600 Sq Ft
281 Michigan Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
Mada Hitchmough Compass
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highwood a good place to live?
Highwood is a good place to live. Highwood is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable. Highwood is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Highwood has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.7 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $109,231 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 42.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Highwood are renters, with 60.3% of residents renting and 39.7% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Highwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Highwood neighborhood guide.
Is Highwood, IL a safe neighborhood?
Highwood, 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 Highwood?
The median home price in Highwood is $335,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, 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 Highwood. The average household income in Highwood is $109K.
What are the best public schools in Highwood?
The best public schools that serve Highwood are:
- Highland Park High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Indian Trail Elementary School has an A Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
- Wayne Thomas Elementary School has an A Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
What are the best private schools in Highwood?
The best private schools that serve Highwood are:
- Lake Forest Country Day School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Woodlands Academy Of The Sacred Heart has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
What are the most popular zip codes in Highwood, Highwood, IL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Highwood, Highwood, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Highwood, Highwood, IL are West Highland Park, East Highland Park, Briarwood, Woodland and Deerfield Park.
Are home prices dropping in Highwood?
Yes, home prices in Highwood are down 7% in the last 12 months.
